Naspghan and the Society for Pediatric Radiology Joint Position Paper on Non-Invasive Imaging of Pediatric Pancreatitis: Literature Summary and Recommendations
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In brief
In brief
Joint NASPGHAN-SPR position paper reviewing evidence-based recommendations for non-invasive imaging (ultrasound, CT, MRI) in diagnosing and managing acute, acute recurrent, and chronic pancreatitis in children. Addresses the rising incidence of pediatric pancreatitis and identifies critical research gaps in imaging performance for this population.
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The reported incidence of pediatric pancreatitis is increasing. Non-invasive imaging, including ultrasound, computed tomography, and MRI, play important roles in the diagnosis, staging, follow-up, and management of pancreatitis in children. In this position paper, generated by members of the Pancreas Committee of the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN) and the Abdominal Imaging Committee of The Society for Pediatric Radiology (SPR), we review the roles of non-invasive imaging in pediatric acute, acute recurrent and chronic pancreatitis. We discuss available evidence related to non-invasive imaging, highlighting evidence specific to pediatric populations, and we make joint recommendations for use of non-invasive imaging. Further, we highlight the need for research to define the performance and role of non-invasive imaging in pediatric pancreatitis.
DOI: 10.1097/MPG.0000000000002964