Master's Thesis Investigates Celiac Disease Indicators Among Gallstone Patients in Basrah

Thesis Title:

Immunological and Biochemical Indicators of Celiac Disease Among Gallstone Patients in Basrah Governorate

Scholar: Moatasem Mohammed Saleh Abbas / College of Pharmacy - University of Basrah

The study examined the underlying biochemical impacts of both diseases on key biomarkers, including liver enzymes, triglycerides, LDL, and HDL cholesterol. This prospective study was conducted on a total sample of (280) participants, comprising (140) gallstone patients and (140) healthy individuals as a control group.

The research concluded that celiac disease significantly increases the risk of developing gallstones by disrupting liver function, effectively identifying it as a causative factor within the local clinical landscape.