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Is there a relationship between celiac disease and anembryonic pregnancy?

By Júlia Roig Navarro M.D. (gynecologist).
Last Update: 05/10/2022

A direct relationship has been demonstrated between spontaneous abortions and celiac disease, but not with anembryonic pregnancy, also known as hollow egg or pregnancy without embryo.

It is estimated that 80% of anembryonic pregnancies are due to chromosomal alterations or incorrect division of the embryo.

On the other hand, it has been shown that untreated celiac disease can cause problems in pregnancy. It increases the risk of miscarriage, low birth weight, intrauterine growth restriction and premature delivery.

Therefore, it is extremely important to follow a strict gluten-free diet once the diagnosis is made.

 Júlia Roig Navarro
Júlia Roig Navarro
M.D.
Gynecologist
Dr. Júlia Roig has a degree in Medicine and General Surgery from the University of Barcelona (UB). In addition, she is a specialist in Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Hospital Universitari Arnau de Vilanova and has a Master in Human Assisted Reproduction from the Complutense University of Madrid and did an internship at the Quirón Dexeus center in Barcelona.
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Gynecologist. Dr. Júlia Roig has a degree in Medicine and General Surgery from the University of Barcelona (UB). In addition, she is a specialist in Gynecology and Obstetrics at the Hospital Universitari Arnau de Vilanova and has a Master in Human Assisted Reproduction from the Complutense University of Madrid and did an internship at the Quirón Dexeus center in Barcelona. Member number: 56030.