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2022 Oct


Pediatr Clin North Am


69


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A Hypothetical Case Example Illustrating the Importance of a Multidisciplinary Approach to Treating Chronic/Functional Abdominal Pain in Pediatric Patients.

Abstract

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can have a substantial impact on the physical, academic, and psychosocial functioning of pediatric patients. As a functional gastrointestinal disorder, pediatric patients with IBS are thought to benefit from a multidisciplinary approach to target the biopsychosocial factors of this condition. In this co-authored article by a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Pediatric Pain and Palliative Care specialist and Pediatric GI Psychologist, we present a hypothetical case of a pediatric patient who will undergo evaluation and treatment by each of these specialists demonstrating how a collaborative effort amongst multidisciplinary specialists is the ideal approach to care.