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Coordination and nursing care of pediatric patients undergoing double balloon enteroscopy

Jie Wu1, Cui-Fang Zheng, Ying Huang

  • 1Department of Gastroenterology, Children's Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai 201102, China.

World Journal of Gastroenterology
|July 30, 2011
PubMed

Insights

Double-balloon enteroscopy (DBE) is effective for diagnosing pediatric small intestinal diseases, with a 75.7% positive diagnosis rate. Skilled nursing care is crucial for successful procedures and patient comfort.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Endoscopy

Background:

  • Small intestinal diseases in children present diagnostic challenges.
  • Double-balloon enteroscopy (DBE) offers a potential solution for visualizing and treating these conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of DBE in pediatric patients.
  • To outline essential nursing care protocols for DBE procedures in children.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 37 pediatric patients undergoing DBE between December 2006 and July 2010.
  • Analysis of diagnostic yield and procedure-related complications.
  • Focus on retrograde, antegrade, and combined DBE approaches.

Main Results:

  • DBE achieved a positive diagnosis in 75.7% of patients (28 out of 37).
  • No serious procedure-related complications were reported.
  • Effective bowel preparation and skilled nursing care improved procedure efficiency and patient experience.

Conclusions:

  • DBE is a valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tool for pediatric small bowel diseases.
  • Comprehensive nursing care is vital for optimizing DBE outcomes in children.
Abstract

Keywords:
ChildrenDouble-balloon enteroscopyNursing careSmall intestinal disease

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