Management Guidelines

 The CDRC has brought together information on independent clinical guidelines for healthcare professionals to use when managing patients with coeliac disease in clinical practice. As well as guidelines for the diagnosis and management of patients with coeliac disease there are also guidelines for quantities of gluten-free foods on prescription.

Information on clinical guidelines for the management of other conditions associated with coeliac disease can be found under 'Associated Guidelines'.  These guidelines either contain reference to screening for coeliac disease or to the management of patients with coeliac disease and the associated condition.

The CDRC has also helped in the development of a key resource for healthcare professionals outlining the importance of compliance to improve symptoms and to help reduce the risk of long-term complications associated with coeliac disease. A more detailed summary of this document can be found below.

The role of gluten-free foods in coeliac disease: the evidence

Non-compliance with a gluten-free diet has a significant cost impact on the NHS. This evidence-based resource is available for healthcare professionals and key stakeholders involved in the management and care of people with coeliac disease.

The document includes evidence to support:

• The importance of patient compliance to improve symptoms and daily health
• How regular follow-up of people with coeliac disease by gastroenterologists, GPs, dietitians and pharmacists improves compliance, allows monitoring of nutritional status, and the assessment of the development of long-term complications
• How compliance is aided by the availability of gluten-free, staple foods on prescription.

Request a copy of 'The role of gluten-free foods in coeliac disease: the evidence'

If you would like to receive a free copy of this document please contact the Coeliac Disease Resource Centre Helpline on 01249 466280 or email cdrc@glutafin.co.uk.