Celiac Disease Treatment in India
About Celiac Disease
Key Highlights
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Provides a definitive diagnosis through endoscopic biopsy, the gold standard for confirming celiac disease.Enables the initiation of a targeted treatment plan, primarily a strict gluten-free diet.Helps prevent serious long-term complications such as osteoporosis, anemia, and intestinal lymphoma.Improves overall quality of life by alleviating debilitating digestive and systemic symptoms.Allows for monitoring of intestinal healing and nutritional status over time.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent symptoms suggestive of malabsorption: chronic diarrhea, weight loss, bloating, and abdominal pain.
- Presence of specific antibodies in blood tests, such as tissue transglutaminase (tTG-IgA) or endomysial antibodies (EMA).
- Unexplained iron-deficiency anemia or other nutritional deficiencies (e.g., Vitamin D, B12).
- Dermatitis herpetiformis, an itchy skin rash strongly associated with celiac disease.
- First-degree relatives of individuals with a confirmed diagnosis of celiac disease.
- Associated autoimmune conditions like Type 1 diabetes or autoimmune thyroid disease.
How to prepare
- Continue eating a normal, gluten-containing diet until all tests are complete; going gluten-free beforehand can lead to false-negative results.
- Fast for 6-8 hours before the scheduled upper endoscopy procedure.
- Discuss all current medications with the gastroenterologist; you may need to temporarily adjust blood thinners.
- Arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home after the procedure due to sedation effects.
- Provide a complete medical history, including any allergies and previous reactions to anesthesia.
Risks & possible complications
- Risks associated with upper endoscopy and biopsy: reaction to sedation, minor bleeding at the biopsy site, or perforation (very rare).
- Potential for false-negative biopsy results if the patient has already started a gluten-free diet.
- Psychological and social challenges of adapting to a strict, lifelong gluten-free diet.
- Risk of cross-contamination with gluten, leading to persistent symptoms or ongoing intestinal damage.
- Development of other autoimmune disorders or refractory celiac disease (a rare, non-responsive form).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate recovery from endoscopy: rest for the remainder of the day; you may feel bloated or have a mild sore throat.
- Resume a normal diet after sedation wears off, unless otherwise instructed.
- Begin a strict gluten-free diet immediately upon confirmation of diagnosis to initiate intestinal healing.
- Schedule a follow-up appointment with the gastroenterologist to review biopsy results and develop a management plan.
- Work with a registered dietitian specializing in celiac disease for comprehensive nutritional guidance.
- Attend regular follow-ups for monitoring antibody levels, nutritional status, and intestinal health.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
0-1 days (from procedure); intestinal healing on a gluten-free diet takes months to years
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering celiac disease in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for celiac disease in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Gem Hospital Perungudi, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform celiac disease. MediFyr helps you compare gastroenterologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for celiac disease compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 163 – USD 435 | 0 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 0-1 days (from procedure); intestinal healing on a gluten-free diet takes months to years | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 1,208 – USD 3,221 | 0 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 0-1 days (from procedure); intestinal healing on a gluten-free diet takes months to years | Know More |
Top hospitals for Celiac Disease in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing celiac disease.
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Gastroenterologists for Celiac Disease
Explore experienced gastroenterologists who regularly perform celiac disease and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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