Gut microbiota signatures and clinical manifestations in celiac disease children at onset: a pilot study

Background and Aim Recent researches have shown an altered gut microbiota in celiac disease (CD) patients compared with healthy controls (HCs). This study aims to evaluate the composition of the microbiota of CD children at onset and the relationship between bacterial abundances and symptoms. Methods Celiac disease patients were consecutively enrolled at a pediatric unit referring for suspected CD. HCs were also included in the study. Stool and...