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[Treatment of the child with growth retardation (failure to thrive)]
Insights
This study introduces a multidisciplinary team approach for treating children with failure to thrive (FTT). Early detection and integrated care by specialists significantly improve children's physical and psychosocial well-being.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Nutrition Science
- Psychology
- Social Work
Context:
- Failure to thrive (FTT) in children presents complex challenges.
- Integrated care models are crucial for addressing FTT comprehensively.
Purpose:
- To present a multidisciplinary team approach for treating pediatric failure to thrive (FTT).
- To highlight the components of an integrated treatment strategy for FTT.
Summary:
- A specialized FTT team at INCIENSA, comprising pediatricians, nutritionists, psychologists, and social workers, provides integrated patient evaluation and treatment.
- This collaborative model ensures a holistic approach to managing FTT.
Impact:
- Early detection and appropriate management of FTT significantly improve children's physical and psychosocial well-being.
- Multidisciplinary care enhances treatment efficacy for pediatric failure to thrive.
Abstract:
This paper presents a multidisciplinary approach to treat children with failure to thrive (FTT). The FTT team of the Instituto Costarricense de Investigación y Enseñanza en Nutrición y Salud (INCIENSA) is composed of professional staff, including pediatrician, nutritionist, psychologist and social worker. They evaluate each patient and provide an integrated treatment. The early detection and the appropriate management of children with FTT will improve the physical and psychosocial condition of these patients.