gastritis in Jordanian children: persistence versus resolution.

Introduction: () is the most common cause of infectious gastritis. is an infection that is typically acquired during childhood.

Aim: This study aims to describe children with infection and compare the clinicopathological features of children with resolved and persistent infection.

Clinico-pathological characteristics of eosinophilic esophagitis in Jordanian children.

Introduction: Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic, immune-mediated disorder manifested by symptoms of impaired esophageal function and hypereosinophilic esophageal inflammation. It is believed that the number of patients being diagnosed globally is increasing.

Aim: To describe the frequency and clinicopathological features of EoE in Jordanian children.

Diagnostic yield and appropriate indication of upper endoscopy in Jordanian children.

Background: Upper endoscopy is an essential tool for diagnosing pediatric gastrointestinal issues. This study aimed to assess the indications, diagnostic yields, concordance between histopathological and endoscopic findings and suitability of upper endoscopies performed at a tertiary university hospital in Jordan.

Methods: Hospital records of children who underwent upper endoscopy were retrospectively reviewed.

Endoscopic management of foreign body ingestion in children.

Introduction: Foreign body ingestion is common in children. Most accidental ingestions are passed spontaneously without intervention. Some cases of ingestion require intervention in a timely fashion to reduce risks and morbidities.