Does a Gluten-Free Diet Change Intestinal Microbiota in Pediatric Celiac Disease?
It is unclear if alterations in the intestinal microbiota cause celiac disease, or if the changes are a result of celiac disease.
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HBV Screening Beneficial in Immunocompromised Pediatric Patients With Rheumatologic Conditions and IBD
Researchers evaluated the prevalence of serologic immunity against hepatitis B virus in immunocompromised patients with pediatric-onset inflammatory bowel disease and rheumatologic diseases.
Causative Relationship Between Intestinal Microbiota and Environmental Enteric Dysfunction
This study assessed the contribution of the proximal small intestinal microbiota to stunting in an undernourished pediatric population who did not respond to nutritional intervention.
Genetic Predictors May Determine Treatment Response in Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease
This is the first study to report polymorphisms associated with long term response to anti-TNF treatment in pediatric patients with Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis.
Significant Subset of Children With NAFLD Progress to Definite NASH, Fibrosis, and Diabetes
A team of investigators studied the relationship between changes in liver histology and changes in body mass index, dyslipidemia, and measures of glucose homeostasis in children.
Ondansetron for Pediatric Gastroenteritis Reduces ED Visits
Treatment with ondansetron for pediatric gastrointestinal illnesses was associated with decreased rates of return to the emergency department or urgent care within 72 hours.
Pediatric Fecal Viral Shedding Examined as Route of COVID-19 Transmission
Although children appear to be at low risk for COVID-19, data suggests that prolonged fecal viral shedding may position children as potential carriers of the virus.
GII.4 Genotype Most Common in Sporadic Pediatric Acute Gastroenteritis
Children with GII.4 type norovirus had more severe symptoms and required more medical care.
Integrated Practice Unit Enhances Pediatric Aerodigestive Care
Improved health outcomes and reduced costs seen with multidisciplinary care at hospitals with IPUs
High-Risk Regions for Childhood Diarrheal Mortality
Childhood mortality due to diarrhea remains high in some regions due to a combination of child growth failure, poor water, sanitation, and hygiene, and low oral rehydration therapy coverage.
Prevalence of Pediatric Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Medicaid Beneficiaries Lower in Impoverished, Rural Areas
The prevalence of pediatric eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) may be lower among children living in impoverished areas compared with others.
Universal Testing May Help Identify HCV in Pediatric Population
New polices, including testing for hepatitis C virus (HCV) during pregnancy, may increase HCV identification in the pediatric population by addressing gaps in maternal HCV testing.
Rotavirus Vaccination Reduces Hospitalizations for Pediatric Gastroenteritis
With increasing numbers of countries implementing the use of the rotavirus vaccine, rotavirus and acute gastroenteritis hospitalizations and mortalities continue to show a sustained reduction.
Proton Pump Inhibitors May Increase Fracture Risk in Children
A small but significant risk was seen for upper-limb and lower-limb fractures in children who received proton pump inhibitors.
Rotavirus Vaccination Program Linked to Reduction in Resource Utilization
A rotavirus vaccination program led to significant and sustained reductions in both hospitalizations and emergency department visits across the US.
Rotavirus Vaccination, Type 1 Diabetes Not Linked in Children
Rotavirus vaccination seems not to be associated with type 1 diabetes in children.
Abnormal OGTT May Indicate Dumping Syndrome in Infants With Esophageal Atresia
An abnormal glucose tolerance test to screen for potential dumping syndrome around 3 months of age should be considered in infants born with esophageal atresia.
Omega 3 May Be Protective Against Infantile Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis
Omega 3 supplement consumption, at least 1 to 2 times per week, during pregnancy was significantly associated with a lower risk of infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis.
Association Between GI and Respiratory Illness, Income, and School Absenteeism
During the period from 2010 to 2016, parents of children from low-income households were more likely to report recent childhood GI and respiratory illnesses than parents with a higher income.
Ultrasound May Identify Children at Risk for Cystic Fibrosis Liver Disease
A heterogeneous pattern on ultrasound examination of the liver may help identify children with cystic fibrosis at increased risk for developing advanced CF liver disease.
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