Publications by authors named "Marijke De Keukelaere"
Objectives: Functional dyspepsia (FD) is a heterogeneous functional gastrointestinal disorder (FGID) with a highly prevalent symptom complex. The aim of our study is to investigate the relation between symptoms of FD and results of gastric emptying (GE) breath test in children.
Methods: This study included patients (6-17 years old) presented at the general gastroenterology outpatient clinic with dyspeptic symptoms (Rome IV criteria) and underwent careful history taking with clinical examination.
Article Synopsis
- Childhood obesity rates have risen over the last 30 years, affecting both type 1 and type 2 diabetic children, increasing their cardiovascular risk.
- * A study analyzed data from 390 children with type 1 diabetes in Leuven, revealing that BMI increased over time, especially in girls and those diagnosed after puberty.
- * The findings indicate a need for targeted strategies to prevent excess weight gain and associated health issues in children with type 1 diabetes.