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Management of endocrinological problems in children on home invasive mechanical ventilation

Zeynep Şiklar1

  • 1Division of Pediatric Endocrinology, Ankara University School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey.

Pediatric Pulmonology
|December 13, 2023
PubMed

Insights

Children on home invasive mechanical ventilation (HIMV) often experience endocrine issues. Early detection and management are key to optimizing their endocrine health and overall well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Respiratory Medicine

Background:

  • Children requiring home invasive mechanical ventilation (HIMV) face complex health challenges.
  • Endocrine dysfunction is a significant complication in this population, stemming from underlying conditions, medications, or prolonged ventilation.
  • These issues can impact glucose, thyroid, bone, adrenal, growth, and pubertal development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review common endocrine problems in children with HIMV.
  • To highlight the importance of understanding and managing these complications.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of endocrine complications in pediatric HIMV.
  • Focus on glucose metabolism, thyroid, bone, adrenal, growth, and puberty.

Main Results:

  • Children on HIMV are susceptible to a range of endocrine dysfunctions.
  • Specific areas of concern include metabolic, hormonal, and developmental issues.

Conclusions:

  • Multidisciplinary care and regular endocrine assessments are crucial for children on HIMV.
  • Effective management strategies are vital for optimizing the health and well-being of these children.
Abstract

Keywords:
endocrineglucose metabolismgrowthmechanical ventilationthyroid

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