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DOI 10.1055/s-00000034

Klinische Pädiatrie

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Common Indications and The Diagnostic Yield of Esophagogastroduodenoscopy in Children with Gastrointestinal Distress

Background The number of inconspicuous results of esophagogastroduodenoscopies (EGDs) in childhood appears to be disturbingly high. The aim of this study was to analyze the diagnostic yield of EGD and to determine its relevance of specific clinical indications.

Methods We performed a retrospective analysis of 380 consecutive pediatric patients who underwent diagnostic EGD in two German level I pediatric gastroenterology departments in 2015 and 2016.

Results 44% of the 380 patients were male and 17% w...

Visual Distraction During Sleep Induction with Propofol in Pediatric Patients – Can Cartoon Watching Influence the Sedative Dose?

Background In general anesthesia, cartoon watching and playing video games reduce anxiety in children. It is unknown whether watching a video in the intervention room has a similar effect, and therefore is able to reduce sedative doses in children undergoing small medical procedures. Aim of this prospective study was to determine the effect of watching a standardized cartoon immediately before and during sleep induction for deep sedation on consumption of propofol in children.

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