Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition
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Bowel ultrasound scan in the management of pediatric moderate ulcerative colitis: The applicability of international bowel ultrasound segmental activity score

Jun 8, 2026

The authors aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of bowel ultrasound (BUS) and the international bowel ultrasound segmental activity score (IBUS-SAS) in assessing and predicting outcomes in children with moderate ulcerative colitis. Their findings indicate that BUS is a reliable, non-invasive method for monitoring disease activity, with IBUS-SAS demonstrating good predictive capabilities for clinical remission and the need for colectomy within 12 months.

Somatic and gastrointestinal symptoms longitudinally predict early adolescent disordered eating

Jun 8, 2026

The authors aimed to investigate whether general somatic complaints and gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms in early adolescents could predict the development of disordered eating behaviors one year later. Their findings indicate that both types of complaints are significant predictors of later disordered eating symptoms, highlighting the need for early identification and intervention strategies targeting these issues to potentially prevent disordered eating onset.

Rotational thromboelastometry versus conventional tests in decompensated cirrhotic children undergoing invasive procedures

Jun 3, 2026

This study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of a ROTEM-guided transfusion strategy compared to conventional methods in children with decompensated cirrhosis undergoing invasive procedures. The results indicated that while ROTEM guidance significantly reduced the proportion of patients receiving any blood component transfusion, it did not lower the total volume of blood products used and was not cost-effective. Overall, the findings suggest that ROTEM may help minimize transfusion exposure without compromising safety, but its economic viability remains questionable.