Pediatric Endocrinology

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The Impact of Preconception Maternal BMI on Child Obesity

By

Amit Akirov, MD

Results from a systematic review and meta-analysis found that prepregnancy maternal obesity is associated with a significantly increased risk for child obesity.

Obesity During Adolescence Linked to Stiffening of Arteries

This adverse effect is further aggravated by an unfavorable metabolic profile

Prebiotics May Improve Glycemic Control in Children With Type 1 Diabetes

By

Amit Akirov, MD

Prebiotic supplementation may serve as an inexpensive and low-risk treatment addition to improve glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes.

Livalo Approved for Pediatric Patients With Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia

By

Brian Park, PharmD

Livalo is indicated for pediatric patients ≥8 years old with HeFH to reduce TC, LDL-C, and Apo-B.

Full Rotavirus Vaccination Linked to Lower Risk for T1D in Children

Completion of full rotavirus vaccination appears to be associated with a reduction in the risk of type 1 diabetes in children.

Liraglutide Approved for Pediatric Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

By

Diana Ernst, RPh

The approval of Victoza in this patient population was based on data from the ELLIPSE trial which included 134 children and adolescents.

Omnipod Hybrid Closed-Loop System Safe for Children With Type 1 Diabetes

By

Jennifer Mannheim

The Omnipod HCL system was safe and performed well in children aged 2 to 6 years with type 1 diabetes.

Lower Insulin Demand Associated With Gluten-Free Diet in Recent-Onset T1D

By

Nicole Clemons

A gluten-free diet was associated with lower insulin demand and HbA1c in T1D.

Remote Health Coaching Can Improve HbA1c in Youth With Type 1 Diabetes

By

Kwamesha Joseph

Researchers reported that collaboration among medical providers, patients, and caregivers was important for optimal glycemic control in youth with type 1 diabetes.

Weight-Based Teasing May Lead to Increased BMI, Fat Mass in Young Patients

Teasing in youth with or at risk for overweight associated with greater gain in BMI and fat mass

Increased Incidence of Pediatric Thyroid Cancer in the United States

By

Hannah Dellabella

Incidence rates of pediatric thyroid cancer have increased in the United States, likely attributable to enhanced diagnostic practices and an increase in thyroid cancer in the pediatric population.