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==Overview==
==Overview==
In patients with chronic malabsorption, Endoscopy with biopsy is performed to rule out celiac disease.
 


==Screening==
==Screening==
* In patients with chronic malabsorption, Endoscopy with biopsy is performed to rule out celiac disease.
* Screening by endoscopy and biopsy usually reveals normal histology in about 90% of the patients.


==References==
==References==

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