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Belpınar A, Dağ YS, Arıcıoğlu Sülün A, Yayan EH, Varol Fİ. The effect of anxiety and depression levels of children with celiac disease on quality of life. J Pediatr Nurs 2023; 73:e260-e265. [PMID: 37805380 DOI: 10.1016/j.pedn.2023.09.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Revised: 09/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/24/2023] [Indexed: 10/09/2023]
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PURPOSE This study was conducted to examine the effect of anxiety and depression levels on quality of life in children with celiac disease. DESIGN AND METHOD This descriptive and correlational study was conducted with 98 children diagnosed with celiac disease who applied to the pediatric outpatient clinic of a university hospital in Eastern Anatolia between September 2021 and August 2022. Data were collected using the State-Trait Anxiety Scale, Depression Scale, and Quality of Life Scale through face-to-face interviews conducted by the researchers. Percentage distribution, mean, independent samples t-test, Pearson correlation analysis and regression analysis were used to analyze the data. RESULTS It was found that 62% of the participant children were female and their mean age was 11.69 ± 4.15 years. The mean scores of state anxiety, trait anxiety, depression and quality of life of children with celiac disease were 42.46 ± 5.42 (high), 43.83 ± 7.08 (high), 23.37 ± 4.79 (high) and 43.67 ± 19.67 (low), respectively. Regression analysis revealed that anxiety had a statistically significant relationship with quality of life. CONCLUSIONS It was found that children with celiac disease experienced high levels of depression and anxiety along with physical functionality and psychosocial health problems and this negatively affected their quality of life. It is recommended that children with celiac disease should be followed up and supported psychosocially. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS That healthcare professionals can contribute to reducing the depression and axienty and improving the quality of life by strengthening the social support systems of childrens with celiac disease.
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- Ayşe Belpınar
- Department of Medical Services and Techniques, Health Assistance Vocational School, Yozgat Bozok University, Yozgat, Turkey.
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- Pediatric Nursing Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, Fırat University, Elazığ, Turkey
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- Pediatric Nursing Department, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ordu University, Ordu, Turkey
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- Pediatric Nursing Department Faculty of Nursing, İnönü University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Inonu University, Malatya, Turkey
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Germone M, Phu T, Slosky C, Pan Z, Jones A, Stahl M, Mehta P, Shull M, Ariefdjohan M, Liu E. Anxiety and Depression in Pediatric Patients with Celiac Disease: A Large Cross-Sectional Study. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2022; 75:181-185. [PMID: 35641896 DOI: 10.1097/mpg.0000000000003497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/10/2022]
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Mental health is a growing concern in pediatric celiac disease (CD). This study utilized the Revised Children's Anxiety and Depression Scale (RCADS) to investigate anxiety and depression symptom rates. Participants were children ages 8 to 17 years (M = 11.7, SD = 2.7; N = 175) with biopsy-proven CD (Median = 1.1 years post-diagnosis, IQR = 0-4) categorized into groups based on the child's age, caregiver or child respondent, presence or absence of comorbidities, and gluten-free diet duration. Self-reported RCADS scores showed 39% of children having clinically significant concerns for anxiety or depression ( P < 0.0001) but only 7% of caregiver-proxy RCADS scores indicated significant concerns for the child's anxiety and 14% for the child's depression. Rates of child-reported anxiety and depression symptoms were significantly higher for those without medical comorbidities than those with ( P = 0.04). Therefore, screening for mental health concerns, particularly anxiety and depression, should be routinely performed in pediatric patients with CD.
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- Monique Germone
- From the Department of Psychiatry, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO
- the Pediatric Mental Health Institute, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO
- the Colorado Center for Celiac Disease, Digestive Health Institute, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO
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- the Pediatric Mental Health Institute, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO
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- From the Department of Psychiatry, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO
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- the Biostatistics Core of Children's Hospital Colorado Research Institute
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- the Department of Psychology, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, TN
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- the Colorado Center for Celiac Disease, Digestive Health Institute, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO
- the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO
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- the Colorado Center for Celiac Disease, Digestive Health Institute, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO
- the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO
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- the Colorado Center for Celiac Disease, Digestive Health Institute, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO
- the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO
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- From the Department of Psychiatry, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO
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- the Colorado Center for Celiac Disease, Digestive Health Institute, Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO
- the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO
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Family ties: the impact of celiac disease on children and caregivers. Qual Life Res 2022; 31:2107-2118. [PMID: 34984588 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-021-03078-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/26/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the impact of celiac disease (CD) and the gluten-free diet (GFD) on the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in children with CD in the United States using validated measures. We hypothesize that CD negatively impacts the child and caregivers' HRQoL. METHODS Participants included children with a confirmed diagnosis of CD and their caregivers (n = 246) seen in a CD multidisciplinary clinic. Caregivers completed the Pediatric Quality of Life (PedsQL) parent-proxy scale to report on their child's HRQoL and the Family Impact Module (FIM), which assesses the impact of caring for a child with a chronic illness. Their children completed the age-appropriate PedsQL. PedsQL and FIM results were compared to published data for children with gastroenterological conditions and a healthy cohort using non-parametric tests. RESULTS Children with CD reported significantly lower HRQoL than reports from healthy controls across all PedsQL domains (P < 0.001, Cohen d = 0.8), and lower compared to children with other organic gastrointestinal conditions in Social Functioning (P < 0.001, Cohen d = 0.5) and overall Psychosocial Functioning (P < 0.001, Cohen d = 0.3) domains. Results from the caregiver's report on their own HRQoL were significantly worse than that reported by historical controls in the domains of Communication (P < 0.001, Cohen d = 0.3) and Worry (P < 0.001, Cohen d = 0.8), yet similar on all other domains. CONCLUSIONS In our population, CD is associated with low HRQoL scores for both children and their caregivers. Screening children and families for HRQoL can identify patients and families in need of additional support in this higher-risk population.
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Alkalay MJ. Nutrition in Patients with Lactose Malabsorption, Celiac Disease, and Related Disorders. Nutrients 2021; 14:nu14010002. [PMID: 35010876 PMCID: PMC8746545 DOI: 10.3390/nu14010002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2021] [Revised: 12/17/2021] [Accepted: 12/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Lactose malabsorption (LM), celiac disease (CD), non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS), and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are conditions associated with food triggers, improvement after withdrawal, treatment with dietary restriction, and subsequent nutritional detriments. LM occurs when there is incomplete hydrolysis of lactose due to lactase deficiency and frequently produces abdominal symptoms; therefore, it can cause lactose intolerance (LI). A lactose-restricted diet is frequently recommended, although it can potentially lead to nutrient deficiencies. Furthermore, lactose is an essential component of fermentable oligo-, di-, and monosaccharides and polyols (FODMAPs) and is subsequently associated with intolerance to these compounds, especially in IBS. LM commonly presents in CD. Nutritional deficits are common in CD and can continue even on a gluten-free diet (GFD). Conditions triggered by gluten are known as gluten-related disorders (GRDs), including CD, wheat allergy, and NCGS. IBS can also be associated with a gluten sensitivity. A GFD is the treatment for CD, GRDs, and gluten sensitive IBS, although compliance with this restricted diet can be difficult. Strict dietary therapies can have a negative effect on quality of life. This review aims to provide an overview of the difficult nutritional elements of these disorders, which are critical for medical providers to recognize when managing these patients.
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- Michele J Alkalay
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, University of Texas Southwestern, Dallas, TX 75235, USA
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- Tracy R Ediger
- Department of Clinical Pediatrics, The Ohio State College of Medicine, and Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH
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- Department of Clinical Pediatrics, The Ohio State College of Medicine, and Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH
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Rondeau É, Desjardins L, Laverdière C, Sinnett D, Haddad É, Sultan S. French-language adaptation of the 16D and 17D Quality of Life measures and score description in two Canadian pediatric samples. Health Psychol Behav Med 2021; 9:619-635. [PMID: 34285826 PMCID: PMC8266233 DOI: 10.1080/21642850.2021.1948416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2021] [Accepted: 06/19/2021] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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PURPOSE The Health state descriptive system includes standardized self-administered instruments for measuring Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) respectively among adolescents, and children. The objectives of the current study were: (1) to translate and adapt the pediatric-adolescent version 16D and 17D from English into French (Canada), (2) to demonstrate their feasibility in pediatric conditions. METHODS The translation methodology combined forward and back translations, and cognitive debriefing with eight adolescents and eight children. Four bilingual translators were involved in the process. We administered the translated versions to two clinical samples, being treated for Primary immunodeficiency (PID, n = 48, aged 14.1 years, 20 girls), and having recovered from pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL, n = 153, aged 14.7 years, 77 girls). RESULTS Cognitive debriefing indicated that that the instructions, items, and response options were clear, easy to understand, and easy to answer. Adjustments were made for clarity. Translated versions were highly usable (measurement completion >90%). HRQoL levels were high for both samples (range 0.85-0.96). Participants reported lower levels if they were adolescents, particularly if they were girls. Older boys with PID reported a lower HRQoL than their counterparts with a history of ALL. PID and ALL patients mainly reported issues with discomfort and pain, concentration/learning, physical appearance, and psychological distress and sleeping, although to a different degree. CONCLUSION The French-language versions of the 16D and 17D are easy to administer and may be used to identify problematic domains. Greater availability of translated versions of short evaluation tools may facilitate broader uptake of screening practices in pediatric care.
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- Sainte-Justine UHC Research Centre, Montreal, Canada
- Department of Pediatrics, Université de Montréal, Montreal, Canada
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- Sainte-Justine UHC Research Centre, Montreal, Canada
- Department of Pediatrics, Université de Montréal, Montreal, Canada
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- Sainte-Justine UHC Research Centre, Montreal, Canada
- Department of Pediatrics, Université de Montréal, Montreal, Canada
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- Sainte-Justine UHC Research Centre, Montreal, Canada
- Department of Pediatrics, Université de Montréal, Montreal, Canada
- Department of Psychology, Université de Montréal, Montreal, Canada
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OBJECTIVES The aim was to examine the reliability and validity of the Illness Identity Questionnaire (IIQ) among adolescents with celiac disease (CD), to describe their illness identity characteristics, and to examine relationships between illness identity and self-reported participation in food-related activities and quality of life. METHODS Adolescents with CD (n = 91) were recruited for this cross-sectional study via social media interest groups. Participants completed online questionnaires: the IIQ, the CD Children's Activities Chart (CD-Chart), and the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL). RESULTS Internal reliability was established for IIQ items (α = 0.87) and for its 4 components (α = 0.75--0.90). The positive components (acceptance, enrichment) significantly differed from the negative components (rejection, engulfment), t(90) = 11.45, P < 0.001, d = 1.98. Feelings were more positive (M = 3.48, SD = 0.67) than negative (M = 2.06, SD = 0.76). The total IIQ was positively associated with the CD-Chart amount of activities (r = 0.30, P < 0.01) and enjoyment (r = 0.34, P < 0.001) and with the PedsQL social scale (r = 0.53, P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS The IIQ established acceptable reliability and validity. In all, the adolescents with CD exhibited an illness identity profile that was more positive and adaptive than negative. The IIQ can contribute to understanding the developmental status of illness identity during the critical transition process from adolescence to adulthood.
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- Sonya Meyer
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ariel University, Ariel
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Social Welfare & Health Sciences University of Haifa, Mount Carmel, Haifa, Israel
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Social Welfare & Health Sciences University of Haifa, Mount Carmel, Haifa, Israel
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Turk E, Mičetić-Turk D, Šikić-Pogačar M, Tapajner A, Vlaisavljević V, Prevolnik Rupel V. Health related QoL in celiac disease patients in Slovenia. Health Qual Life Outcomes 2020; 18:356. [PMID: 33148252 PMCID: PMC7641854 DOI: 10.1186/s12955-020-01612-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2020] [Accepted: 10/27/2020] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Measurements of health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among celiac disease patients using a validated questionnaire have been lacking in Slovenia. This study aims to measure HRQoL in celiac disease (CD) patients using EQ-5D internationally validated questionnaire and comparing it to the HRQoL of the general population. METHODS In this cross sectional analysis all of the approximately 2000 members of the Slovenian Celiac Society were invited to take part. We used a 3 step approach for recruitment and data collection. HRQoL was evaluated through the EuroQoL EQ-5D-5L instrument (Slovenian version) and analysed using the ordinal logistic regression. RESULTS Out of 321 patients who gave their consent, 247 celiac patients were included in the study (77%). 68% of the participants were female and 53% of them lived in an urban setting. Most patients originated from North-East Slovenia, whereas approximately 30% of patients came from other Slovenian regions. The EQ-5D respondents' self-reported health status at the time of the study show that most patients have slight or no problems when living with CD. The duration of the gluten-free diet, academic education and rare (< 1 × year) doctor visits affect EQ-5D in a positive way. On the other hand, higher age and chronic rheumatic disease were negatively associated with EQ-5D also when compared to the general population. CONCLUSION This is the first Slovenian study to measure the HRQoL of Slovenian CD patients, using an internationally validated questionnaire. The results of our study show that HRQoL is slightly impaired among Slovenian patients with CD. Clinical characteristics are better determinants of their HRQoL than socio-demographic factors. Greater awareness of the impact of CD on patients' HRQoL would improve the holistic management of CD patients.
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- Eva Turk
- Science Centre Health and Technology, University of South-Eastern Norway, Grønland 53, 3045, Drammen, Norway. .,Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Maribor, Taborska ulica 8, 2000, Maribor, Slovenia.
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Maribor, Taborska ulica 8, 2000, Maribor, Slovenia
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Maribor, Taborska ulica 8, 2000, Maribor, Slovenia
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Maribor, Taborska ulica 8, 2000, Maribor, Slovenia
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW The purpose of this review is to describe current updates in celiac disease. RECENT FINDINGS Recent developments in the understanding of the pathogenesis of celiac disease continue to emerge that may implicate the role of gluten exposure. Several studies have shown that the amount of gluten consumed by the infant may affect the age of onset of celiac disease in genetically predisposed individuals. New guidelines from the European Society of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition allow serology-based celiac diagnosis, omitting endoscopic biopsies, in children. Recent data and updated guidelines in adults no longer support biopsies in all patients who are genetically susceptible with celiac disease who have been identified by serology with clinical signs and symptoms of celiac disease. A new assay was identified in the immune response to epitopes of the tissue transglutaminase-deamidated gliadin peptide complex. In addition, a recent study shows that serum IL-2 elevations correlate with timing and severity of symptoms after gluten ingested in celiac disease patients. Measuring gluten immunogenic peptides (GIPs) in the stool of celiac patients may help monitor adherence to a gluten-free diet (GFD). Of importance, we should be aware that the quality of life is affected in celiac disease patients. During adolescence, the education on the importance of long-term follow-up with an adult gastroenterologist is associated with more successful rates of medical care transition for young adults with celiac disease. Latiglutenase, an orally administered mixture of two gluten-specific recombinant proteases that degrades gluten proteins into small physiologically irrelevant fragments, is currently in a phase 2 trial. Latiglutenase has shown to be safe and effective in reducing symptoms of celiac disease patients upon a GFD with improvement of quality of life. Lastly, a recent study describes a mouse model that is characteristic of celiac disease. SUMMARY Our knowledge of celiac disease continues to grow with increasing evidence of contributory factors to its pathogenesis. There is some evidence that the quantity ingested of gluten by the infant effects the age of onset of celiac disease in genetically susceptible patients. Changes have been made to the guidelines in the diagnosis of celiac disease proposed by new studies. Recent studies have shown the significant effects on quality of life for celiac patients. As improved laboratory methods continue to be developed, these tests can have utility in both diagnosis of celiac disease and monitoring adherence to the GFD. Current therapeutic trials offer promising nondietary treatment for celiac patients. The development of an animal model can provide a better understanding of the pathogenesis of celiac disease.
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Probiotics for Celiac Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Am J Gastroenterol 2020; 115:1584-1595. [PMID: 32740074 DOI: 10.14309/ajg.0000000000000749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Many patients with celiac disease (CD) experience persistent symptoms despite adhering to the gluten-free diet. Different studies have assessed the use of probiotics as an adjuvant treatment for CD. We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the efficacy of probiotics in improving gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms and quality of life (QOL) in patients with CD. METHODS We searched EMBASE, MEDLINE, CINAHL, Web of Science, CENTRAL, and DARE databases up to February 2019 for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating probiotics compared with placebo for treating CD. We collected data on GI symptoms, QOL, adverse events, serum tumor necrosis factor-α, intestinal permeability, and microbiota composition. RESULTS We screened 2,831 records and found that 7 articles describing 6 RCTs (n = 279 participants) were eligible for quantitative analysis. Probiotics improved GI symptoms when assessed by the GI Symptoms Rating Scale (mean difference symptom reduction: -28.7%; 95% confidence interval [CI] -43.96 to -13.52; P = 0.0002). There was no difference in GI symptoms after probiotics when different questionnaires were pooled. The levels of Bifidobacteria increased after probiotics (mean difference: 0.85 log colony-forming units (CFU) per gram; 95% CI 0.38-1.32 log CFU per gram; P = 0.0003). There were insufficient data on tumor necrosis factor-a levels or QOL for probiotics compared with placebo. No difference in adverse events was observed between probiotics and placebo. The overall certainty of the evidence ranged from very low to low. DISCUSSION Probiotics may improve GI symptoms in patients with CD. High-quality clinical trials are needed to improve the certainty in the evidence (see Visual abstract, Supplementary Digital Content 2, http://links.lww.com/AJG/B595).
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Stahl MG, Silvester JA. The Gluten-Free Family Ripple Effect: The Tides that Bond and the Tides that Divide. Dig Dis Sci 2020; 65:2754-2755. [PMID: 32617770 PMCID: PMC7494644 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-020-06428-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/09/2022]
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- Marisa G Stahl
- Colorado Center for Celiac Disease, Children’s Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO 80045
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- Harvard Celiac Research Program, Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston, MA 0211
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Pediatric celiac disease: A review for non-gastroenterologists. Curr Probl Pediatr Adolesc Health Care 2020; 50:100786. [PMID: 32532659 DOI: 10.1016/j.cppeds.2020.100786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Celiac disease (CD) is an immune-mediated gastrointestinal disorder that is relatively common in children. This paper describes the variety of clinical signs and symptoms associated with CD and provides current recommendations for the evaluation of CD and its co-morbidities and complications. The paper makes recommendations for a collaborative approach to care facilitated by primary care clinicians and pediatric gastroenterologists.
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Systematic Review With Meta-analysis of the Health-related Quality of Life in Children With Celiac Disease. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2020; 70:468-477. [PMID: 31899728 DOI: 10.1097/mpg.0000000000002604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of this article is to systematically review and meta-analyze the published data on the comparison of the health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in children and adolescents with celiac disease (CD) and healthy children. Moreover, the meta-analysis was performed to compare the parent proxy-report and child self-report of HRQOL. METHODS The databases of PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and Cochrane library were searched from inception to April 2019 to identify observational studies that evaluated the HRQOL in children with CD. Studies comparing the HRQOL in celiac patients and healthy children, and also comparing the parent's proxy-report and child self-report of HRQOL were included. Comprehensive meta-analysis software was used for statistical analysis. RESULTS Through our systematic search, 26 articles met our predefined inclusion criteria. The result of our meta-analysis on studies using the PedsQL questionnaire showed that the total score of HRQOL was not significantly different between celiac patients and healthy controls (SMD (95% confidence interval; CI]: -0.11[-0.45 to 0.23], P = 0.52). The result of our meta-analysis showed that the parents reported the child's diet and communication scores lower than that of children. Only 4 out of 11 studies showed a significant correlation between HRQOL and gluten-free diet (GFD) compliance and 2 of 4 studies showed a significant negative association between HRQOL and age at diagnosis. CONCLUSIONS The results of the present study showed that there was no significant difference between children with CD and healthy controls regarding HRQOL. Moreover, the parental perception of their children's HRQOL was lower than the children's perception.
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Weisbrod VM, Silvester JA, Raber C, Suslovic W, Coburn SS, Raber B, McMahon J, Damast A, Kramer Z, Kerzner B. A Quantitative Assessment of Gluten Cross-contact in the School Environment for Children With Celiac Disease. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2020; 70:289-294. [PMID: 31868785 PMCID: PMC7857141 DOI: 10.1097/mpg.0000000000002588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVES A gluten-free (GF) diet is the primary treatment for celiac disease (CD). Gluten is used in schools, particularly in early childhood, art, and home-economics classrooms. This study aimed to measure gluten transfer from school supplies to GF foods that a child with CD may eat. Also, to measure efficacy of washing techniques to remove gluten from hands and tables. METHODS Five experiments measured potential gluten cross-contact in classrooms: Play-Doh (n = 30); baking project (n = 30); paper mâché (n = 10); dry pasta in sensory table (n = 10); cooked pasta in sensory table (n = 10). Thirty participants ages 2 to 18 were enrolled. Following activities, gluten levels were measured on separate slices of GF bread rubbed on participant's hands and table surfaces. Participants were assigned 1 of 3 handwashing methods (soap and water, water alone, or wet wipe). Repeat gluten transfer measurements were taken from hands and tables. Gluten measurements made using R-Biopharm R7001 R5-ELISA Sandwich assay. RESULTS Paper mâché, cooked pasta in sensory tables, and baking project resulted in rates of gluten transfer far greater than the 20 ppm threshold set by Codex Alimentarius Commission. Play-Doh and dry pasta, however, resulted in few gluten transfers to GF bread >20 ppm. Soap and water was consistently the most effective method for removing gluten, although other methods proved as effective in certain scenarios. CONCLUSIONS The potential for gluten exposure at school is high for some materials and low for others. For high-risk materials, schools should provide GF supplies and have a robust strategy to prevent gluten cross-contact with food.
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- Children's National Hospital, Washington, DC
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- Temple Sinai Early Childhood Education Program, Summit, NJ
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