Pediatr. praxi. 2023;24(1):29-32 | DOI: 10.36290/ped.2023.015

Functional dyspepsia in pediatrics

MUDr. Pavel Frühauf, CSc.

Klinika pediatrie a dědičných poruch metabolismu 1. LF a VFN, Praha

Functional dyspepsia is described as epigastric discomfort that, after appropriate medical evaluation, cannot be attributed to another medical condition. According to the Rome IV criteria, functional dyspepsia is prevalent in roughly 10% of children and adolescents. Abnormalities of gastric sensory and motor functions, visceral hypersensitivity, Helicobacter pylori, postinfectious functional dyspepsia, and psychosocial factors can all contribute to the development of symptoms. Although not life-threatening, functional dyspepsia is associated with a significant reduction in the quality of life and increased medical costs. Currently, there is no specific treatment, but the condition can be managed with both pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatment options with varying degrees of efficacy.

Keywords: functional dyspepsia, pediatrics.

Accepted: February 7, 2023; Published: February 20, 2023  Show citation