Nutritional management of Eosinophilic Gastroenteropathies: Case series from the community
2011
Nutritional Management of Eosinophilic Gastroenteropathies: Case Series
Sample size: 3
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Basilious Alfred, Liem Joel
Primary Institution: University of Windsor
Hypothesis
Can nutritional management effectively treat eosinophilic gastroenteropathies in children?
Conclusion
Nutritional management was effective in reducing symptoms and eosinophil counts in all three children treated.
Supporting Evidence
- Elimination diets reduced eosinophil counts to normal levels in all three children.
- Patient A's symptoms improved after switching to an elemental diet.
- Patient B became asymptomatic after an elimination diet.
Takeaway
Three kids with stomach problems got better by changing their diets instead of taking steroids.
Methodology
Case series describing treatment of three children using elimination and elemental diets based on allergy testing.
Limitations
Difficulties in maintaining diets and the cost of repeated endoscopies were significant barriers.
Participant Demographics
Three children aged 5 to 9 years with eosinophilic gastroenteropathies.
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