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Adult diseases in children.
L D Narla1, E A Hingsbergen, J E Jones
1Medical College of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Radiology, 401 North 12 th Street, Room 3-415, Richmond, VA 23298, USA.
Pediatric Radiology
|April 13, 1999
Summary
Pediatric radiologists should consider "adult" diseases like achalasia and various carcinomas in children. Recognizing these uncommon pediatric conditions is crucial for accurate diagnosis and appropriate imaging workup.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Radiology
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Oncology
Background:
- The traditional view in pediatric diagnostics is that children differ significantly from adults.
- Certain adult diseases are rarely considered in pediatric imaging interpretations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight a range of adult disease entities that can manifest in the pediatric population.
- To emphasize the importance of considering these conditions during pediatric diagnostic imaging.
Main Methods:
- Review of adult disease entities not typically associated with pediatric patients.
- Identification of specific conditions requiring consideration in pediatric imaging.
Main Results:
- Identified adult diseases include cricopharyngeal achalasia, Schatzki's ring, achalasia, Helicobacter pylori, pancreatic carcinoma, colon adenocarcinoma, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, thyroid carcinoma, malignant melanoma, hydatidiform mole, renal cell carcinoma, ovarian leiomyosarcoma, and sarcoidosis.
- These conditions, while common in adults, are often overlooked in pediatric diagnostic workups.
Conclusions:
- Pediatric radiologists must be aware of this spectrum of adult diseases occurring in children.
- Appropriate diagnostic workup is essential when these entities are suspected in pediatric imaging.