1
|
McGowan MP, Peterson AL. Universal Pediatric Cholesterol Screening: The Time Has Come! J Pediatr 2024; 268:113928. [PMID: 38307324 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2024.113928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Revised: 01/16/2024] [Accepted: 01/28/2024] [Indexed: 02/04/2024]
Affiliation(s)
- Mary P McGowan
- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, The Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH; The Family Heart Foundation, Fernandina Beach, FL.
| | - Amy L Peterson
- Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Arriaga-Cázares HE, Vega-Morales D, Moreno-Treviño CA, Juarez-Juarez JL, Pérez-Arizmendi CA, Martagón-Rosado AJ. Comparison of Two Strategies for Hypercholesterolemia Detection through Point-of-Care Testing. Diagnostics (Basel) 2024; 14:143. [PMID: 38248020 PMCID: PMC10814133 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics14020143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2023] [Revised: 12/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Childhood dyslipidemia is a common condition that can lead to atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in adulthood. It is usually multifactorial. Screening for cholesterol disorders in children varies based on risk factors, with some guidelines recommending cascade screening for children with a clear family history of familial hypercholesterolemia, targeted screening for those with specific risk factors, and universal screening. Point-of-care testing (POCT) cholesterol tests offer potential advantages, including ease of use, portability, increased patient access, low cost, fewer medical or laboratory visits, and instant results. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of POCT cholesterol screening on the diagnosis of hypercholesterolemia in children in a family practice setting. METHODS We used a POCT cholesterol analyzer to perform two different (universal and targeted) screening approaches for dyslipidemia in children. We used the NCEP guidelines for the classification of the results. RESULTS We screened 183 children, 105 in the universal screening group and 78 in the targeted screening group. Eight patients in the targeted screening group had elevated cholesterol levels (p = 0.02). CONCLUSIONS All participants received instant feedback and recommendations. Using a targeted screening approach, POCT could be a practical and effective tool for identifying at-risk children with hypercholesterolemia.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Héctor Eliud Arriaga-Cázares
- Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Hospital de Traumatología y Ortopedia N.º 21, Monterrey 64000, Mexico
- Escuela de Medicina, Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, Monterrey 64849, Mexico
| | - David Vega-Morales
- Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Hospital General de Zona 17, Monterrey 64420, Mexico;
| | - Carlos Alberto Moreno-Treviño
- Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Unidad de Medicina Familiar 26, Monterrey 64117, Mexico; (C.A.M.-T.); (C.A.P.-A.)
| | - Juana Lorena Juarez-Juarez
- Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Unidad de Medicina Familiar 26, Monterrey 64117, Mexico; (C.A.M.-T.); (C.A.P.-A.)
| | - Carlos Azael Pérez-Arizmendi
- Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Unidad de Medicina Familiar 26, Monterrey 64117, Mexico; (C.A.M.-T.); (C.A.P.-A.)
| | - Alexandro J. Martagón-Rosado
- Escuela de Medicina, Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, Monterrey 64849, Mexico
- Institute for Obesity Research, Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, Monterrey 64849, Mexico
- Unidad de Investigación de Enfermedades Metabólicas, Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y Nutrición Salvador Zubirán, Ciudad de México 14080, Mexico
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Alshammri F, Geddie H, Sawalha N, Kim G, McAssey K, Morrison KM. Factors Associated With the Development of Dyslipidemia Among Pediatric Patients With Diabetes: A Single-centre-based Study. Can J Diabetes 2023; 47:611-617. [PMID: 37392858 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcjd.2023.06.003] [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: 02/16/2023] [Revised: 06/02/2023] [Accepted: 06/20/2023] [Indexed: 07/03/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES The prevalence of pediatric diabetes is increasing. Dyslipidemia is an important modifiable cardiovascular disease risk factor often present in children with diabetes. In this study, we evaluated the adherence to Diabetes Canada 2018 lipid screening guidelines in a pediatric diabetes program to determine the prevalence of dyslipidemia in youth with diabetes and to identify risk factors related to dyslipidemia. METHODS This retrospective chart review included patients at McMaster Children's Hospital with diabetes (types 1 and 2), who were at least 12 years of age as of January 1, 2019. Extracted data included age, sex, family history of diabetes or dyslipidemia, date of diagnosis, body mass index, glycemia monitoring system used, lipid profile, glycated hemoglobin (A1C), and thyroid-stimulating hormone values at the time the lipid profile was measured. Statistical methods included descriptive statistics and logistic regression modelling. RESULTS Of the 305 patients included, 61% had a lipid profile measured according to guidelines, 29% had lipid screening completed outside of the recommended window, and 10% had no lipid profile on record. Among screened patients, 45% had dyslipidemia, most commonly hypertriglyceridemia (35%). Dyslipidemia was highest amongst those with type 2 diabetes, obesity, older age, short duration of diabetes, higher A1C, and those who used capillary blood glucose for monitoring (p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS A high proportion of patients were screened for dyslipidemia, but many outside the recommended window. Dyslipidemia is highly prevalent in this patient population and was associated with the presence of obesity, but 44% of patients without obesity also had dyslipidemia.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Fahd Alshammri
- Department of Pediatrics, McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
| | - Hannah Geddie
- Department of Pediatrics, McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
| | - Noor Sawalha
- Department of Pediatrics, McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
| | - Gloria Kim
- Department of Pediatrics, McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
| | - Karen McAssey
- Department of Pediatrics, McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
| | - Katherine M Morrison
- Department of Pediatrics, McMaster Children's Hospital, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Christian S, Ridsdale R, Lin M, Khoury M. Evaluating the prevalence of lipid assessments in children in Alberta, Canada. CMAJ Open 2023; 11:E820-E825. [PMID: 37726114 PMCID: PMC10516684 DOI: 10.9778/cmajo.20220163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/21/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Familial hypercholesterolemia is a common, inherited, life-threatening and treatable condition that is characterized by marked elevations of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), resulting in a high risk of cardiovascular disease, but treatment starting in childhood dramatically reduces this risk. We sought to evaluate the prevalence of pediatric lipid assessments among children in Alberta. METHODS We reviewed laboratory and administrative data from Alberta Health between Apr. 1, 2012, and Dec. 31, 2021. We evaluated 2 pediatric cohorts (children aged 2-10 yr and children aged 9-17 yr) to allow for longitudinal assessments throughout the pediatric period. We also reviewed annual frequencies of lipid assessment for all children between 2013 and 2021. RESULTS Pediatric lipid assessments were performed for 1972 (4.3%) of 46 170 children aged 2-10 years and for 8158 (19.9%) of 40 926 children aged 9-17 years. Female children (aged 2-10 yr) and those living in rural communities were significantly less likely to have a lipid assessment, compared with male children and those in nonrural communities. Among those with lipid assessments, 23 (1.2%) and 86 (1.1%) children aged 2-10 years and 9-17 years, respectively, had an LDL-C level suggestive of probable familial hypercholesterolemia (≥ 4.0 mmol/L). Statin therapy was prescribed in 16 children during the study period. The frequency of lipid assessments was relatively stable, with the exception of a decrease in 2020. INTERPRETATION Rates of pediatric lipid assessment in Alberta are suboptimal. These findings highlight the need to increase awareness of the benefits of early diagnosis and treatment of familial hypercholesterolemia with regard to long-term health and identify and overcome barriers to diagnosis and treatment.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Susan Christian
- Department of Medical Genetics (Christian, Risdale) and Department of Pediatrics (Khoury), University of Alberta; Alberta SPOR Support Unit and Provincial Research Data Services (Lin), Alberta Health Services, Edmonton, Alta.
| | - Ross Ridsdale
- Department of Medical Genetics (Christian, Risdale) and Department of Pediatrics (Khoury), University of Alberta; Alberta SPOR Support Unit and Provincial Research Data Services (Lin), Alberta Health Services, Edmonton, Alta
| | - Mu Lin
- Department of Medical Genetics (Christian, Risdale) and Department of Pediatrics (Khoury), University of Alberta; Alberta SPOR Support Unit and Provincial Research Data Services (Lin), Alberta Health Services, Edmonton, Alta
| | - Michael Khoury
- Department of Medical Genetics (Christian, Risdale) and Department of Pediatrics (Khoury), University of Alberta; Alberta SPOR Support Unit and Provincial Research Data Services (Lin), Alberta Health Services, Edmonton, Alta
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Lin TK, Dispenza TC. Cholesterol Screening in Children: Is a Universal Approach Working? Curr Atheroscler Rep 2023; 25:579-590. [PMID: 37594601 DOI: 10.1007/s11883-023-01129-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/02/2023] [Indexed: 08/19/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW Ample evidence supports that an individual's lifetime risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease correlates to long-term, cumulative exposure to circulating cholesterol levels, beginning in childhood. Selective screening strategies based on family history fail to identify many children with hypercholesterolemia. Universal cholesterol screening in childhood is a worthwhile goal. However, cholesterol screening rates through childhood remain low. RECENT FINDINGS Mounting evidence clarifies the barriers to cholesterol screening in children. Specific strategies to foster universal screening in childhood have been proposed. SUMMARY We present an overview of the present state of childhood cholesterol screening, summarizing historical and contemporary guidelines and collating evidence of low adherence to current guidelines. We contend that novel approaches to universal cholesterol screening in childhood are warranted, and we present potential opportunities for improvement. We call for new and universal pediatric cholesterol screening guidelines.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Tracie K Lin
- Penn State Health Children's Hospital, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, 600 University Drive, Hershey, PA, 17033, USA
| | - Thomas C Dispenza
- Penn State Health Children's Hospital, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, 600 University Drive, Hershey, PA, 17033, USA.
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Pediatric Dyslipidemia and Screening Recommendations. J Nurse Pract 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nurpra.2021.08.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
|
7
|
Sivan RF, Bar Lev MR, Silbermintz A, Mozer-Glassberg Y, Seguier-Lipzyc E, Shalitin S, Stafler P, Tiroler S, Shamir R, Waisbourd-Zinman O. Clinical and Esophagogastroduodenoscopy Findings in Pediatric Patients With Severe Obesity Evaluated Before Bariatric Surgery. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2021; 72:854-858. [PMID: 33633080 DOI: 10.1097/mpg.0000000000003109] [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]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES Severe obesity in the pediatric population has lifelong consequences. Bariatric surgery has been suggested for selected adolescents with severe obesity after careful evaluation. The indications for preoperative esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) in this age group are not clear, despite its established usefulness in adults. We aimed to assess the usefulness of EGD before bariatric surgery in pediatric patients with severe obesity and metabolic comorbidities. METHODS We conducted a retrospective chart review in a single tertiary pediatric medical center of adolescents treated during 2011 to 2018. Data collected from electronic medical records included patient demographics, endoscopic findings, and laboratory parameters. RESULTS A total of 80 patients (40 boys) underwent evaluation. Macroscopic abnormalities were detected in 54% of the endoscopies, including gastritis, esophagitis, and duodenitis in 46%, 16%, and 13%, respectively. Forty-nine percentage of the biopsies showed histological abnormalities; in 35 (44%) patients, Helicobacter pylori was detected. Thirty-three patients (41%) received medical treatment and 2 (2.5%) required a second EGD. Metabolic comorbidities included hypertriglyceridemia (38% of the patients), low high-density lipoprotein (23%), and prediabetic (16%) or diabetic levels of HbA1C (4%). Fifty-five percentage of the cohort had elevated alanine aminotransferase (ALT), suggestive of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). CONCLUSIONS Endoscopies performed before bariatric surgeries suggest a higher prevalence of clinically significant findings, many of which required treatment. These findings support incorporating an EGD into the preoperative evaluation of this patient population.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Rachel Frenklak Sivan
- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Nutrition, and Liver Diseases, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, Petach Tikva
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv
| | - Michal Rozenfeld Bar Lev
- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Nutrition, and Liver Diseases, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, Petach Tikva
| | - Ari Silbermintz
- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Nutrition, and Liver Diseases, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, Petach Tikva
| | - Yael Mozer-Glassberg
- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Nutrition, and Liver Diseases, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, Petach Tikva
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv
| | | | - Shlomit Shalitin
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv
- The Jesse Z. and Lea Shafer Institute of Endocrinology and Diabetes
| | - Patrick Stafler
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv
- Division of Pulmonology, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, Petach Tikva, Israel
| | | | - Raanan Shamir
- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Nutrition, and Liver Diseases, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, Petach Tikva
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv
| | - Orith Waisbourd-Zinman
- Pediatric Gastroenterology, Nutrition, and Liver Diseases, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, Petach Tikva
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Jackson JL, Fox KR, Cotto J, Harrison TM, Tran AH, Keim SA. Obesity across the lifespan in congenital heart disease survivors: Prevalence and correlates. Heart Lung 2020; 49:788-794. [PMID: 32980629 DOI: 10.1016/j.hrtlng.2020.08.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2020] [Revised: 08/06/2020] [Accepted: 08/20/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Congenital heart disease (CHD) survivors are at risk for cardiovascular comorbidities exacerbated by obesity. OBJECTIVES Determine relationships between overweight/obesity and medical factors across the lifespan of CHD. METHODS Lesion severity, weight, blood pressure, cardiac and other comorbidities, and cardiac medications were abstracted from the medical records of 3790 CHD patients, aged ≥6 years, who attended CHD care in the Midwestern U.S. RESULTS The proportion of patients with overweight/obesity increased across the lifespan, with 73% of adults affected by overweight/obesity. Obesity was more prevalent among patients with moderate lesions (29%). Overweight/obesity was associated with elevated blood pressure across age and lesion severity. Young adults with obesity and simple or moderate lesions had more comorbidities (simple: IRR = 3.1, moderate: IRR = 2.3) and cardiac medications (simple: IRR = 2.2, moderate: IRR = 1.7). CONCLUSIONS Obesity and its cardiovascular correlates are present across the lifespan for CHD survivors, highlighting the need for early prevention and intervention.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jamie L Jackson
- Center for Biobehavioral Health, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Near East Office Building, 3(rd) Floor, 431 S. 18(th) St., Columbus, OH 43205, USA; Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University, 370 W. 9th Ave., Columbus, OH 43210, USA.
| | - Kristen R Fox
- Center for Biobehavioral Health, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Near East Office Building, 3(rd) Floor, 431 S. 18(th) St., Columbus, OH 43205, USA.
| | - Jennifer Cotto
- Center for Biobehavioral Health, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Near East Office Building, 3(rd) Floor, 431 S. 18(th) St., Columbus, OH 43205, USA
| | - Tondi M Harrison
- College of Nursing, The Ohio State University, 1585 Neil Ave., Columbus, OH 43210, USA.
| | - Andrew H Tran
- Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University, 370 W. 9th Ave., Columbus, OH 43210, USA; The Heart Center, Nationwide Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Dr., Columbus, OH 43205, USA.
| | - Sarah A Keim
- Center for Biobehavioral Health, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Near East Office Building, 3(rd) Floor, 431 S. 18(th) St., Columbus, OH 43205, USA; Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University, 370 W. 9th Ave., Columbus, OH 43210, USA; Division of Epidemiology, College of Public Health, The Ohio State University, 1841 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH 43210, USA.
| |
Collapse
|