Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Pediatrics: The Worst of all Possible Allergy Worlds?
2012
Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Children
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Russell J. Hopp
Primary Institution: Creighton University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) has disadvantages to patients greater than or equal to its allergy family members.
Conclusion
Eosinophilic esophagitis is a complex allergic disease with long-term concerns and minimal pediatric placebo-controlled trials to guide therapy.
Supporting Evidence
- Eosinophilic esophagitis has the lowest prevalence among allergic diseases.
- Children with EoE often have other preexisting allergic diseases.
- Current evidence does not support the eventual tolerance of allergic foods in EoE.
Takeaway
Eosinophilic esophagitis is a rare allergy that affects children's esophagus and can cause serious problems, but we don't know a lot about how to treat it.
Limitations
The long-term clinical impact of EoE is largely unknown, and there are minimal pediatric placebo-controlled trials to guide therapy.
Participant Demographics
The study focuses on pediatric patients.
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