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A Hypothetical Case Example Illustrating the Importance of a Multidisciplinary Approach to Treating

Orhan Atay1, Jennie David2, Ami Mehta3

  • 1Neurogastroenterology Motility Program, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters, Eastern Virginia Medical School, 601 Children's Lane, Norfolk, VA 23507, USA.

Pediatric Clinics of North America
|October 7, 2022
PubMed

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Pediatric Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) impacts physical, academic, and psychosocial health. A multidisciplinary approach involving specialists is key for effective treatment of this functional gastrointestinal disorder.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • Biopsychosocial Health

Background:

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) significantly affects children's well-being.
  • IBS is a functional gastrointestinal disorder requiring comprehensive care.
  • Biopsychosocial factors are crucial in pediatric IBS management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a hypothetical case of pediatric IBS.
  • To demonstrate the benefits of a multidisciplinary approach.
  • To highlight collaborative care among specialists.

Main Methods:

  • Case study presentation.
  • Multidisciplinary team evaluation (Gastroenterology, Pain/Palliative Care, Psychology).
  • Integrated treatment planning.

Main Results:

  • The case illustrates the complexity of pediatric IBS.
  • Collaboration addresses physical, academic, and psychosocial aspects.
  • Specialist input ensures holistic patient care.

Conclusions:

  • A multidisciplinary team is the ideal model for pediatric IBS.
  • Integrated care effectively targets the biopsychosocial factors of IBS.
  • Collaborative efforts improve patient outcomes in functional gastrointestinal disorders.

Keywords:
Functional abdominal painIrritable bowel syndromePediatric gastroenterologyPediatric pain and palliative carePediatric psychology

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