Is coeliac disease associated with impaired expression of acyl-CoA-synthetase 5?
These data suggest that ACS5 is a very suitable marker molecule for the detection of villus atrophy in the small intestine.
Pubertal and post-pubertal girls are more likely to have significant genital signs if they are examined within 7 days of the last episode of sexual abuse. Our findings suggest that abnormal anal signs are more likely to be present in the acute phase. This study indicates that children should be examined as soon as possible following a referral. This will have implications for clinical practice. Regardless of the lack of accurate history it will always be important to examine the child as soon as possible after disclosure.