Martina Votto, Riccardo Castagnoli, Maria De Filippo, Ilaria Brambilla, Caterina Cuppari, Gian Luigi Marseglia, Amelia Licari
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Abstract
Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic disease characterized by symptoms related to esophageal dysfunction and eosinophil-predominant inflammation (≥15 eosinophils/high power field). In the last ten years, several epidemiological studies showed a significant increase in the incidence and prevalence of EoE, especially in children in Western Countries. Although EoE often presents with gastrointestinal symptoms, adults and children may develop extraintestinal symptoms and behavioral issues. Also, the chronic nature of the disease, long-term therapies, and strict follow-up may impair the quality of life of patients and their family. This review summarizes current knowledge on the behavioral and psychosocial issues and quality of life of children and adolescents with EoE and their caregivers.
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Minerva Pediatrica publishes scientific papers on pediatrics, neonatology, adolescent medicine, child and adolescent psychiatry and pediatric surgery. Manuscripts may be submitted in the form of editorials, original articles, review articles, special articles, letters to the Editor and guidelines. The journal aims to provide its readers with papers of the highest quality and impact through a process of careful peer review and editorial work.
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