Gut-Brain Interaction Disorders in Children: Emerging Insights in the 21st Century
A special issue of Children (ISSN 2227-9067). This special issue belongs to the section "Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 September 2025 | Viewed by 44
Special Issue Editors
Interests: pediatric gastroenterology; functional bowel disorders; digestive disorders
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to explore the latest research in pediatric gastroenterology, motility, and disorders of gut–brain interaction, highlighting cutting-edge developments in pathophysiology, diagnostic techniques, and treatment strategies. By gathering contributions from experts in the field, we seek to advance our understanding and improve patient outcomes.
We encourage submissions covering the following topics:
Current understanding and evolving concepts of gut–brain interaction; advances in pediatric gut–brain interaction disorders; emerging therapeutic approaches, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions; epidemiological studies.
Prof. Dr. Miguel Saps
Dr. Jose Garza
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- pediatric gastroenterology
- gastrointestinal motility
- disorders of gut–brain interaction
- pathophysiology
- diagnostic techniques
- treatment strategies
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