Nutritional Support and Care for Pediatric Gastroenterology

Dear Colleagues,

Optimal nutritional support plays a fundamental role in the management of pediatric gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, influencing both short- and long-term clinical outcomes. Children with conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), celiac disease, eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), and functional GI disorders face complex nutritional challenges that require individualized and multidisciplinary care.

Celiac disease, a lifelong autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten, necessitates strict adherence to a gluten-free diet to ensure intestinal healing and prevent complications. Nutritional monitoring is essential to detect hidden deficiencies, support growth, and maintain dietary compliance. Eosinophilic esophagitis, characterized by chronic esophageal inflammation due to food allergens, often requires targeted elimination diets or elemental nutrition strategies. These interventions must be carefully managed to ensure adequate intake and avoid nutritional imbalances. Pediatric IBDs, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, are often associated with malnutrition, delayed puberty, and linear growth failure. Optimizing macro- and micronutrient intake is essential to supporting mucosal healing and growth.

This Special Issue aims to explore evidence-based approaches to nutritional assessment, intervention, and long-term monitoring in pediatric gastroenterology. Topics of interest include enteral nutrition, therapeutic diets, the role of gut microbiota, caregiver education, and global disparities in care. We welcome the submission of original research, reviews, clinical case studies, and practice guidelines to enhance our understanding and promote comprehensive, patient-centered nutritional support for children with GI diseases.

Dr. Naire Sansotta
Guest Editor

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