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Role of Endoscopic Ultrasound in Pediatric Disease

Arathi Lakhole1, Quin Y Liu2

  • 1Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, 4650 Sunset Boulevard, Mailstop #78, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA.

Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics of North America
|December 1, 2015
PubMed

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Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is increasingly used in pediatrics, proving safe and effective for diagnosing and managing various childhood conditions. This minimally invasive technique aids in evaluating diseases and performing therapeutic interventions in children.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Minimally Invasive Procedures

Background:

  • Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) application in pediatric care is expanding.
  • Studies confirm EUS positively impacts childhood disease management.
  • EUS is valuable for evaluating diverse pediatric conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the diagnostic and therapeutic applications of EUS in pediatrics.
  • To highlight the growing role of EUS in managing childhood diseases.
  • To review the safety and efficacy of EUS in pediatric patients.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing pediatric studies on EUS applications.
  • Analysis of diagnostic capabilities including fine-needle aspiration and core-needle biopsy.
  • Examination of therapeutic EUS procedures.

Main Results:

  • EUS is technically successful, safe, and effective in pediatric studies.
  • Diagnostic EUS aids in evaluating pancreaticobiliary disease, congenital anomalies, and more.
  • Therapeutic EUS includes procedures like cystgastrostomy and neurolysis.

Conclusions:

  • EUS plays a significant role in both diagnosis and therapy for pediatric patients.
  • The effectiveness and safety of EUS in children are well-demonstrated.
  • EUS offers a valuable tool for managing a wide range of pediatric gastrointestinal and related conditions.

Keywords:
Autoimmune pancreatitisCholedocholithiasisEndoscopic cystgastrostomyFine-needle aspirationPancreatitisPediatric endoscopic ultrasound

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