A patient with celiac disease has an immune reaction to gluten, damaging the villi of their small intestine. What is the primary consequence of this damage?
Q1. A patient with celiac disease has an immune reaction to gluten, damaging the villi of their small intestine. What is the primary consequence of this damage?
Answer: Reduced surface area for absorption
Explanation: Damaged villi reduce the surface area for nutrient absorption; not enhancing absorption or enzyme secretion.