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Leyens J, Bo B, Heydweiller A, Schaible T, Boettcher M, Schroeder L, Mueller A, Kipfmueller F. Parents-reported nutrition and feeding difficulties in infants with congenital diaphragmatic hernia after hospital discharge. Early Hum Dev 2024; 195:106074. [PMID: 39024811 DOI: 10.1016/j.earlhumdev.2024.106074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2024] [Revised: 06/20/2024] [Accepted: 07/09/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024]
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PURPOSE Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) affects 1 in 3000-5000 newborns. In survivors, long-term complications include gastroesophageal reflux (GER), feeding difficulties, and failure to thrive. Data from the parents' perspective remain scarce. This study aims to report the prevalence and impact of feeding difficulties on CDH families after discharge. METHODS National web-based survey amongst families with CDH infants in 2021. RESULTS Caregivers of 112 CDH survivors participated. The baseline characteristics were representative with 54 % male, 83 % left-sided CDH, prenatal diagnosis in 83 %, and 34 % requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Most infants (81 %) were discharged within three months, with 62 % feeding by mouth, and 30 % requiring a feeding tube. Persisting feeding difficulties were experienced by 73 %, GER being the most common (66 %), followed by insufficient weight gain (64 %). After discharge, 41 % received medical support for failure to thrive. The primary-care pediatrician was consulted most frequently for information (61 %) and treatment of feeding difficulties (74 %). Therapeutic success was reported in 64 %. A cessation of symptoms was achieved in 89 % within three years. CONCLUSION The majority of CDH infants had persistent feeding difficulties. This survey highlights the impact surrounding feeding problems on CDH families. Further studies and support systems are needed to raise the quality of life in CDH infants and their families.
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- Judith Leyens
- Department of Neonatology and Pediatric Intensive Care, University Hospital of Bonn, Bonn, Germany.
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- Department of Neonatology and Pediatric Intensive Care, University Hospital of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of General, Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University of Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Neonatology, University Medical Center Mannheim, Heidelberg University, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, University Medical Center Mannheim, Heidelberg University, Germany
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- Department of Neonatology and Pediatric Intensive Care, University Hospital of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Neonatology and Pediatric Intensive Care, University Hospital of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Neonatology and Pediatric Intensive Care, University Hospital of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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Dimmer A, Stark R, Skarsgard ED, Puligandla PS. The promise and pitfalls of care standardization in congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Semin Pediatr Surg 2024; 33:151445. [PMID: 38972215 DOI: 10.1016/j.sempedsurg.2024.151445] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/09/2024]
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The aim of standardizing care is to enhance patient outcomes and optimize healthcare delivery by minimizing variations in care and ensuring the efficient allocation of healthcare resources. Despite these potential benefits to patients, healthcare providers and the healthcare system, standardization may also disadvantage these groups. With a specific focus on congenital diaphragmatic hernia, this article will review the promise and pitfalls of standardization, as well as a potential path forward that uses standardization to improve outcomes in this rare and complex disease process.
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- Alexandra Dimmer
- Harvey E. Beardmore Division of Pediatric Surgery, Montreal Children's Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, Washington
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, British Columbia Children's Hospital, Vancouver, British Columbia
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- Harvey E. Beardmore Division of Pediatric Surgery, Montreal Children's Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec.
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King S, Carr BDE, Mychaliska GB, Church JT. Surgical approaches to congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Semin Pediatr Surg 2024; 33:151441. [PMID: 38986242 DOI: 10.1016/j.sempedsurg.2024.151441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/12/2024]
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Surgical repair of the diaphragm is essential for survival in congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). There are many considerations surrounding the operation - why the operation matters, optimal timing of repair and its relation to extracorporeal life support (ECLS) use, minimally invasive versus open approaches, and strategies for reconstruction. Surgery is both affected by, and affects, the physiology of these infants and is an important factor in determining long-term outcomes. Here we discuss the evidence and provide insight surrounding this complex decision making, technical pearls, and outcomes in repair of CDH.
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- Sarah King
- C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, Section of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Michigan. Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Doernbecher Children's Hospital, Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Oregon Health and Science University. Portland, OR, USA
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- C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, Section of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Michigan. Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, Section of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Michigan. Ann Arbor, MI, USA.
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Pollack JC, Hollinger LE, Buchmiller TL, Jancelewicz T. Long-term follow-up in congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Semin Pediatr Surg 2024; 33:151443. [PMID: 38972214 DOI: 10.1016/j.sempedsurg.2024.151443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/09/2024]
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With improvements in initial care for patients with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), the number of CDH patients with severe disease who are surviving to discharge has increased. This growing population of patients faces a unique set of long-term challenges, multisystem adverse outcomes, and post-intervention complications requiring specialized multidisciplinary follow-up. Early identification and intervention are essential to mitigate the potential morbidity associated with these challenges. This manuscript outlines a general framework for long-term follow-up for the CDH patient, including cardiopulmonary, gastrointestinal, neurodevelopmental, surgical, and quality of life outcomes.
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- Jessica C Pollack
- Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, USA; Division of Pediatric General, Thoracic, and Fetal Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical University of South Carolina, USA
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- Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, USA.
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Glinianaia SV, Tan J, Morris JK, Brigden J, Evans HER, Loane M, Neville AJ, Rankin J. Academic achievement at ages 11 and 16 in children born with congenital anomalies in England: A multi-registry linked cohort study. Paediatr Perinat Epidemiol 2024; 38:411-425. [PMID: 38318667 DOI: 10.1111/ppe.13049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2023] [Revised: 01/15/2024] [Accepted: 01/21/2024] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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BACKGROUND Children born with major congenital anomalies (CAs) have lower academic achievement compared with their peers, but the existing evidence is restricted to a number of specific CAs. OBJECTIVES To investigate academic outcomes at ages 11 and 16 in children with major isolated structural CAs and children with Down or Turner syndromes. METHODS This population-based cohort study linked data on approximately 11,000 school-aged children born with major CAs in 1994-2004 registered by four regional CA registries in England with education data from the National Pupil Database (NPD). The comparison group was a random sample of children without major CAs from the background population recorded in the NPD that were frequency matched (5:1) to children with CAs by birth year, sex and geographical area. RESULTS Overall, 71.9%, 73.0% and 80.9% of children with isolated structural CAs achieved the expected attainment level at age 11 compared to 78.3%, 80.6% and 86.7% of the comparison group in English language, Mathematics and Science, respectively. Children with nervous system CAs as a whole had the lowest proportion who achieved the expected attainment at age 11. At age 16, 46.9% of children with CAs achieved the expected level compared to 52.5% of their peers. Major CAs were associated with being up to 9% (95% confidence interval [CI] 8%, 11%) and 12% (95% CI 9%, 14%) less likely to achieve expected levels at ages 11 and 16, respectively, after adjustment for socioeconomic deprivation. CONCLUSIONS Although many children with isolated CAs achieved the expected academic level at ages 11 and 16, they were at higher risk of underachievement compared to their peers. These stark yet cautiously encouraging results are important for counselling parents of children with specific CAs and also highlight the possible need for special education support to reduce potential academic difficulties.
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- Svetlana V Glinianaia
- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Research Institute, St George's, University of London, London, UK
- NIHR GOSH Biomedical Research Centre, UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health, London, UK
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- Population Health Research Institute, St George's, University of London, London, UK
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- Population Health Research Institute, St George's, University of London, London, UK
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- Population Health Research Institute, St George's, University of London, London, UK
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- Faculty of Life and Health Sciences, Ulster University, Belfast, UK
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- Center for Clinical and Epidemiological Research, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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Dimmer A, Meehan M, Beauseigle S, Koclas L, Paquette K, Michel Macias C, Moore SS, Sant'Anna A, Shapiro A, Simoneau J, Villegas Martinez D, Altit G, Puligandla P. Disease severity impacts perceived quality of life in congenital diaphragmatic hernia: a prospective observational study. Arch Dis Child 2024; 109:510-514. [PMID: 38589198 DOI: 10.1136/archdischild-2024-326906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024]
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BACKGROUND While research indicates comparable quality of life (QOL) in congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) and healthy populations, the effect of CDH severity on patients' health perceptions remains unexplored. We aimed to assess QOL perception in CDH, hypothesising a decline correlated with increased disease severity. METHODS In this prospective observational study, we analysed patients with CDH aged 5 years and above participating in a longitudinal outpatient programme. We excluded bilateral CDH, genetic/syndromic conditions, prematurity and late diagnosis. Participants self-administered the age-adapted Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL) survey, covering four domains (physical, emotional, social, school). After enrolment, data were collected blind to severity status (larger defects denoting significant/'severe' disease). Repeated measurements were managed using a random mixed-effects model. RESULTS Of 34 participants (50% males) who completed the PedsQL, 10 provided measurements at two visits. Eight required a patch (type C), while 26 had primary repairs (type A=8; type B=18). Age at first evaluation was comparable across groups (no patch: median 11 (7-16), patch: 13 (8-15) years, p=0.78). Severe CDH correlated significantly with lower PedsQL scores (adjusted β: -18%, 95% CI -28%; -7%, adjusted for age at visit and sex). Lower scores specifically occurred in walking, exercising, social and academic functioning. CONCLUSION Severe CDH significantly lowers QOL. This finding is crucial for resource allocation in long-term CDH health surveillance and advocates for regular inclusion of patient experiences in quality improvement efforts.
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- Alexandra Dimmer
- Harvey E Beardmore Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Harvey E Beardmore Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Neonatology, Dana-Dwek Children's Hospital, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Respiratory Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Harvey E Beardmore Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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Cimbak N, Buchmiller TL. Long-term follow-up of patients with congenital diaphragmatic hernia. WORLD JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY 2024; 7:e000758. [PMID: 38618013 PMCID: PMC11015326 DOI: 10.1136/wjps-2023-000758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024] Open
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Neonates with congenital diaphragmatic hernia encounter a number of surgical and medical morbidities that persist into adulthood. As mortality improves for this population, these survivors warrant specialized follow-up for their unique disease-specific morbidities. Multidisciplinary congenital diaphragmatic hernia clinics are best positioned to address these complex long-term morbidities, provide long-term research outcomes, and help inform standardization of best practices in this cohort of patients. This review outlines long-term morbidities experienced by congenital diaphragmatic hernia survivors that can be addressed in a comprehensive follow-up clinic.
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- Nicole Cimbak
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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Rajasegaran S, Nooraziz AN, Abdullah A, Sanmugam A, Singaravel S, Gan CS, Nah SA. Parent-Reported Health-Related Quality of Life Outcomes and Impact on Family of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Survivors After Repair: A Cross-Sectional Comparison to Healthy Controls. J Pediatr Surg 2024; 59:577-582. [PMID: 38160184 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2023.12.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2023] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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BACKGROUND Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) survivors often experience long-term CDH-associated morbidities, including musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal and respiratory issues. This study evaluates parent-reported health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and family impact of the disease. METHODS Electronic medical records (EMR) were reviewed and phone surveys performed with parents of CDH survivors who underwent repair at our institution from 2010 to 2019. They completed the following Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory™ (PedsQL™) questionnaires: Generic Core Scales 4.0 (parent-proxy report) and Family Impact (FI) Module 2.0. Age-matched and gender-matched healthy controls from an existing database were used for comparison. Subgroup analysis of CDH patients alone was also performed. Appropriate statistical analysis was used with p < 0.05 significance. Data are reported as median (range). Ethical approval was obtained. RESULTS Of 76 CDH survivors, 45 parents (59 %) consented for study participation. Patients and controls were aged 6 (3-12) years; 51 % were male. In Core Scales, there were significant differences between the groups in the overall scores (p = 0.003) and the psychosocial health sub-scores (p = 0.004), but no difference in the physical health domain scores. In the Family Impact Module, there were no significant differences between the groups in overall scores, in parent HRQOL and in family functioning sub-scores. However, CDH patients with learning disabilities had significantly worse Family Impact Module overall scores compared to CDH patients without learning disabilities (p = 0.04). CONCLUSION The overall HRQOL in children with CDH survivors is worse compared to controls, but impact on family appears similar. We highlight the need for long-term follow-up of CDH patients, especially those with learning disabilities. Healthcare providers should formulate tailored care plans to address patient and caregiver needs. TYPE OF STUDY Prospective Study. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III.
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- Suganthi Rajasegaran
- Division of Paediatric & Neonatal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Division of Paediatric & Neonatal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Division of Paediatric & Neonatal Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Malaya Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Division of Paediatric & Neonatal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Division of Paediatric & Neonatal Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Malaya Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Division of Paediatric & Neonatal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Division of Paediatric & Neonatal Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Malaya Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Paediatric Intensive Care Unit, Department of Paediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Division of Paediatric & Neonatal Surgery, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Division of Paediatric & Neonatal Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Malaya Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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Maiwald CA, Rovers C, Janvier A, Sturm H, Michaelis M, Marckmann G, Ehni HJ, Poets CF, Rüdiger M, Franz AR. Parental perspectives about information and deferred versus two-stage consent in studies of neonatal asphyxia. Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed 2023; 109:106-111. [PMID: 37648417 PMCID: PMC10804040 DOI: 10.1136/archdischild-2023-325900] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The ALBINO Trial (NCT03162653) investigates effects of very early postnatal allopurinol on neurocognitive outcome following perinatal asphyxia where prenatal informed consent (IC) is impossible. Ethically and legally, waiver of consent and/or deferred consent (DC) is acceptable in such an emergency. Short oral/two-step consent (SOC, brief information and oral consent followed by IC) has recently been investigated. METHODS Mixed-methods analysis of parental opinions on DC versus SOC in the context of neonatal asphyxia in a survey at two German centres. Prospective parents (ProP), parents of healthy newborns (PNeo) and parents of asphyxiated infants (PAx) born between 2006 and 2016 were invited. RESULTS 108 of 422 parents participated (ProP:43; PNeo:35; PAx:30). Most parents trusted physicians, wanted preinterventional information and agreed that in emergencies interventions should begin immediately. Intergroup and intragroup variability existed for questions about DC and SOC. In the ALBINO Trial situation, 55% preferred SOC, and 26% reported DC without information might adversely affect their trust. Only 3% reported to potentially take legal action after DC. PAx were significantly more likely to support DC. PAx more frequently expressed positive emotions and appreciation for neonatal research. In open-ended questions, parents gave many constructive recommendations. CONCLUSION In this survey, parents expressed diverse opinions on consent, but the majority preferred SOC over DC. Parents who had experienced emergency admission of their asphyxiated neonates were more trusting. Obtaining parental perspectives is essential when designing studies, while being cognisant that these groups of parents may not represent the opinion of all parents.
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- Christian A Maiwald
- Department of Neonatology, University Children's Hospital Tübingen, Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Center for Pediatric Clinical Studies (CPCS), University Hospital Tübingen, Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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- Department of Neonatology, University Children's Hospital Tübingen, Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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- Department of Pediatrics, Bureau de l'Éthique Clinique, Université de Montréal, Montreal, Québec, Canada
- Division of Neonatology, Research Center, Clinical Ethics Unit, Palliative Care Unit, Unité de recherche en éthique clinique et partenariat famille, CHU Sainte-Justine, Montreal, Québec, Canada
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- Centre for Public Health and Health Services Research, Faculty of Medicine, University Hospital Tübingen, Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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- Centre for Public Health and Health Services Research, Faculty of Medicine, University Hospital Tübingen, Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Institute of Occupational and Social Medicine and Health Services Research, University Hospital Tübingen, Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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- Institute of Ethics, History and Theory of Medicine, Ludwig Maximilians University (LMU) Munich, Munich, Bayern, Germany
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- Institute for Ethics and History of Medicine, Medical Faculty, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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- Department of Neonatology, University Children's Hospital Tübingen, Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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- Clinic for Pediatrics, Department of Neonatology and Pediatric Intensive Care, Medical Faculty Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Saxony, Germany
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- Department of Neonatology, University Children's Hospital Tübingen, Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Center for Pediatric Clinical Studies (CPCS), University Hospital Tübingen, Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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Imanishi Y, Usui N, Furukawa T, Nagata K, Hayakawa M, Amari S, Yokoi A, Masumoto K, Yamoto M, Okazaki T, Inamura N, Toyoshima K, Terui K, Okuyama H. Outcomes of congenital diaphragmatic hernia among preterm infants: inverse probability of treatment weighting analysis. J Perinatol 2023; 43:884-888. [PMID: 37055479 DOI: 10.1038/s41372-023-01647-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2022] [Revised: 02/19/2023] [Accepted: 03/08/2023] [Indexed: 04/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the survival and intact-survival rates among preterm infants with congenital diaphragm hernia (CDH). STUDY DESIGN Multicenter retrospective cohort study of 849 infants born between 2006 and 2020 at 15 Japanese CDH study group facilities. Multivariate logistic regression analysis adjusted using inverse probability treatment weighting (IPTW) method was used. We also compare trends of intact-survival rates among term and preterm infants with CDH. RESULTS After adjusting using the IPTW method for CDH severity, sex, APGAR score at 5 min, and cesarean delivery, gestational age and survival rates have a significantly positive correlation [coefficient of determination (COEF) 3.40, 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.58-5.21, p value <0.001] and higher intact-survival rate [COEF 2.39, 95% CI, 1.73-4.06, p value 0.005]. Trends of intact-survival rates for both preterm and term infants had significantly changed, but improvement in preterm infants was much smaller than in term infants. CONCLUSION Prematurity was a significant risk factor for survival and intact-survival among infants with CDH, regardless of adjustment for CDH severity.
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- Yousuke Imanishi
- Department of Neonatal Medicine, Osaka Women's and Children's Hospital, Izumi, Japan.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Osaka Women's and Children's Hospital, Izumi, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Reproductive and Developmental Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Division of Neonatology, Center for Maternal‑Neonatal Care, Nagoya University Hospital, Nagoya, Japan
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- Division of Neonatology, National Center for Child Health and Development, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Kobe Children's Hospital, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Tsukuba University, Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Shizuoka Children's Hospital, Shizuoka, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Juntendo University Urayasu Hospital, Urayasu, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics, Kinki University, Higashiosaka, Japan
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- Department of Neonatology, Kanagawa Children's Medical Center, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Chiba University Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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Long term outcomes in CDH: Cardiopulmonary outcomes and health related quality of life. J Pediatr Surg 2022; 57:501-509. [PMID: 35508437 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2022.03.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2021] [Revised: 02/27/2022] [Accepted: 03/18/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND With improvements in clinical management and an increase in CDH survivorship there is a crucial need for better understanding of long-term health outcomes in CDH. AIM To investigate the prevalence of cardiopulmonary health morbidity and health related quality of life (HRQoL) in CDH survivors. METHODS We included all studies (n = 65) investigating long-term cardiopulmonary outcomes in CDH patients more than 2 years published in the last 30 years. The Newcastle-Ottawa Scale and the CASP checklist for cohort studies were utilized to assess study quality. Results were reported descriptively and collated by age group where possible. RESULTS The incidence of pulmonary hypertension was highly variable (4.5-38%), though rates (%) appeared to diminish after 5 years of age. Lung function indices and radiological outcomes were frequently abnormal, and Health Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) reduced also. Long term diseases notably emphysema and COPD are not yet fully described in the contemporary literature. CONCLUSION This study underscores cardiopulmonary health morbidity and a reduced HRQoL among CDH survivors. Where not already available dedicated multidisciplinary follow-up clinics should be established to support these vulnerable patients transition safely into adulthood. Future research is therefore needed to investigate the risk factors for cardiopulmonary ill health and morbidity in CDH survivors. TYPE OF STUDY Systematic review of case control and cohort studies.
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Zani A, Chung WK, Deprest J, Harting MT, Jancelewicz T, Kunisaki SM, Patel N, Antounians L, Puligandla PS, Keijzer R. Congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Nat Rev Dis Primers 2022; 8:37. [PMID: 35650272 DOI: 10.1038/s41572-022-00362-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 27.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a rare birth defect characterized by incomplete closure of the diaphragm and herniation of fetal abdominal organs into the chest that results in pulmonary hypoplasia, postnatal pulmonary hypertension owing to vascular remodelling and cardiac dysfunction. The high mortality and morbidity rates associated with CDH are directly related to the severity of cardiopulmonary pathophysiology. Although the aetiology remains unknown, CDH has a polygenic origin in approximately one-third of cases. CDH is typically diagnosed with antenatal ultrasonography, which also aids in risk stratification, alongside fetal MRI and echocardiography. At specialized centres, prenatal management includes fetal endoscopic tracheal occlusion, which is a surgical intervention aimed at promoting lung growth in utero. Postnatal management focuses on cardiopulmonary stabilization and, in severe cases, can involve extracorporeal life support. Clinical practice guidelines continue to evolve owing to the rapidly changing landscape of therapeutic options, which include pulmonary hypertension management, ventilation strategies and surgical approaches. Survivors often have long-term, multisystem morbidities, including pulmonary dysfunction, gastroesophageal reflux, musculoskeletal deformities and neurodevelopmental impairment. Emerging research focuses on small RNA species as biomarkers of severity and regenerative medicine approaches to improve fetal lung development.
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- Augusto Zani
- Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, The Hospital for Sick Children, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. .,Developmental and Stem Cell Biology Program, Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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- Department of Paediatrics, Columbia University, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Development and Regeneration, Cluster Woman and Child and Clinical Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Hospitals, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.,Institute for Women's Health, UCL, London, UK
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- Department of Paediatric Surgery, McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, TX, USA.,The Comprehensive Center for CDH Care, Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, TX, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Division of General Paediatric Surgery, Johns Hopkins Children's Center, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Neonatology, Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow, UK
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- Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, The Hospital for Sick Children, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.,Developmental and Stem Cell Biology Program, Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Paediatric Surgery, Harvey E. Beardmore Division of Paediatric Surgery, Montreal Children's Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Paediatric Surgery, Paediatrics & Child Health, Physiology & Pathophysiology, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.,Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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Patient-reported outcome measures in pediatric surgery - A systematic review. J Pediatr Surg 2022; 57:798-812. [PMID: 35123787 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.12.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2021] [Accepted: 12/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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PURPOSE With improved long-term survival rates, measuring the quality of surgical care has gradually shifted from clinical morbidity and mortality to patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). Since the use of PROMs in pediatric surgery is still limited, we undertook a study to identify current PROMs, assess their characteristics, and identify gaps and areas for improvement. METHODS A search was conducted in eight databases from their inception until May 2021 to identify PROMs that have been used in pediatric surgical patients. PRISMA standards were followed, and screening was completed by two independent reviewers. The quality of the included studies was appraised using the AXIS and the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. RESULTS Of 8282 studies screened, 101 articles met the inclusion criteria. Most of the studies (99%) were cross-sectional. We identified 85 different PROMs among the studies, 53 being disease-specific and the rest generic. The PedsQL™ was the most frequently used tool (42 studies). Almost half of the instruments (41 studies) were not validated, and 28% were developed ad hoc for each specific study. Significantly, all PROMs encountered were standardized (consisting of pre-determined domains), with no individualized tools currently in use. The overall quality of the included studies was good. CONCLUSIONS PROMs are increasingly used in pediatric surgery. Disease-specific PROMs predominate the field, yet validated and especially individualized PROMs are notably absent. Future efforts are needed to develop robust tools that reflect individual patient and family needs, preferences, and values, with the aim of furthering family-centered pediatric surgical care.
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Schuler R, Bedei I, Oehmke F, Zimmer KP, Ehrhardt H. New Challenges with Treatment Advances in Newborn Infants with Genetic Disorders and Severe Congenital Malformations. CHILDREN 2022; 9:children9020236. [PMID: 35204956 PMCID: PMC8870374 DOI: 10.3390/children9020236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2022] [Revised: 02/05/2022] [Accepted: 02/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Advances in the prognosis of relevant syndromes and severe congenital malformations in infants during the last few decades have enabled the treatment and survival of an ever-increasing number of infants, whose prospects were previously judged futile by professional health care teams. This required detailed counselling for families, which frequently started before birth when a diagnosis was made using genetic testing or ultrasound. Predictions of the estimated prognosis, and frequently the more-or-less broad range of prospects, needed to include the chances of survival and data on acute and long-term morbidities. However, in the interest of a having an informed basis for parental decision-making with a professional interdisciplinary team, this process needs to acknowledge the rights of the parents for a comprehensive presentation of the expected quality of life of their child, the potential consequences for family life, and the couple’s own relationship. Besides expert advice, professional psychological and familial support is needed as a basis for a well-founded decision regarding the best treatment options for the child. It needs to be acknowledged by the professional team that the parental estimate of a “good outcome” or quality of life does not necessarily reflect the attitudes and recommendations of the professional team. Building a mutually trusting relationship is essential to avoid decision conflicts.
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- Rahel Schuler
- Department of General Pediatrics and Neonatology, Justus Liebig University, Feulgenstrasse 12, D-35392 Giessen, Germany; (K.-P.Z.); (H.E.)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Justus Liebig University, Klinikstrasse 33, D-35392 Giessen, Germany; (I.B.); (F.O.)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Justus Liebig University, Klinikstrasse 33, D-35392 Giessen, Germany; (I.B.); (F.O.)
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- Department of General Pediatrics and Neonatology, Justus Liebig University, Feulgenstrasse 12, D-35392 Giessen, Germany; (K.-P.Z.); (H.E.)
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- Department of General Pediatrics and Neonatology, Justus Liebig University, Feulgenstrasse 12, D-35392 Giessen, Germany; (K.-P.Z.); (H.E.)
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While the high costs of neonatal intensive care have been a topic of increasing study, the financial impact on families have been less frequently reported or summarized. We conducted a systematic review of the literature using Pubmed/Medline and EMBASE (1990-2020) for studies reporting estimates of out-of-pocket costs or qualitative estimates of financial burden on families during a neonatal intensive care unit stay or after discharge. 44 studies met inclusion criteria, with 25 studies providing cost estimates. Cost estimates primarily focused on direct non-medical out-of-pocket costs or loss of productivity, and there was a paucity of cost estimates for insurance cost-sharing. Available estimates suggest these costs are significant to families, cause significant stress, and may impact care received by patients. More high-quality studies estimating the entirety of out-of-pocket costs are needed, and particular attention should be paid to how these costs directly impact the care of our high-risk population.
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- Brian C King
- Department of Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA; Division of Newborn Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Division of Newborn Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA; Department of Neonatology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA.
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Darmaun L, Lejeune S, Drumez E, Mur S, Langle‐Chevalier F, Nève V, Storme L, Michaud L, Gottrand F, Thumerelle C, Deschildre A. Quality of life was similar in children with congenital diaphragmatic hernia and oesophageal atresia and related to respiratory morbidity. Acta Paediatr 2021; 110:695-703. [PMID: 32567053 DOI: 10.1111/apa.15426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2020] [Revised: 06/11/2020] [Accepted: 06/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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AIM To assess quality of life (QoL) in children with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) and to compare it with oesophageal atresia (OA). METHODS A cross-sectional study in CDH children (≥7 years) was conducted in Lille University Hospital, France, from January 2013 to April 2014. History, lung function (rest, exercise) and Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory questionnaires (PedsQoL 4.0) were collected. Data of OA children were previously published. RESULTS Fifty-four CDH patients (male: 53%, median age: 11 years, IQR 9-14) were compared to 54 OA patients (male: 61%, median age: 13 years, IQR: 11-15). CDH children had significantly more frequent history of pneumonia (30% vs 13%), exercise limitation (54% vs 35%) and chest deformity (39% vs 11%); 46% had an obstructive pattern and 66% an abnormal cardiopulmonary exercise test. The median PedsQoL total score in children was 81 (IQR 73-90) in CDH and 81 (IQR 72-91) in OA (P = .8). In CDH, duration of neonatal oxygen therapy, hospitalisation for respiratory disease, exercise limitation, inhaled corticosteroids treatment, chest deformity, abnormal cardiopulmonary exercise test and lower forced expiratory volume in one second were significantly associated with lower QoL scores. CONCLUSION PedsQoL scores remained satisfactory in CDH children with CDH, with no difference compared to OA. Patients with respiratory morbidity and lung function impairment, who displayed lower scores, should be identified in order to optimise their management in reference centres.
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- Laura Darmaun
- Paediatric Pulmonology and Allergy Unit Univ. Lille, CHU LilleHôpital Jeanne de Flandre Lille France
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- Paediatric Pulmonology and Allergy Unit Univ. Lille, CHU LilleHôpital Jeanne de Flandre Lille France
- Univ. Lille, CHU LilleReference Centre for Rare Oesophageal DiseasesU995 ‐ LIRIC ‐ Lille Inflammation Research International Centre Lille France
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- Univ. Lille, CHU LilleULR 2694 ‐ METRICS: Évaluation des technologies de santé et des pratiques médicales Lille France
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- Paediatric Pulmonology and Allergy Unit Univ. Lille, CHU LilleHôpital Jeanne de Flandre Lille France
- CHU LilleReference Centre for Rare DiseaseCongenital diaphragmatic herniaHôpital Jeanne de Flandre Lille France
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- CHU LilleUniv. LilleUR 4483Service des Explorations Fonctionnelles Respiratoires Lille France
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- Univ. Lille, CHU LilleReference Centre for Rare Oesophageal DiseasesU995 ‐ LIRIC ‐ Lille Inflammation Research International Centre Lille France
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- Univ. Lille, CHU LilleReference Centre for Rare Oesophageal DiseasesU995 ‐ LIRIC ‐ Lille Inflammation Research International Centre Lille France
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- Paediatric Pulmonology and Allergy Unit Univ. Lille, CHU LilleHôpital Jeanne de Flandre Lille France
- Univ. Lille, CHU LilleReference Centre for Rare Oesophageal DiseasesU995 ‐ LIRIC ‐ Lille Inflammation Research International Centre Lille France
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- Paediatric Pulmonology and Allergy Unit Univ. Lille, CHU LilleHôpital Jeanne de Flandre Lille France
- Department of Biostatistics CHU Lille Lille France
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Survivorship of patients with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) has created a unique cohort of children, adolescents and adults with complex medical and surgical needs. Morbidities specific to this disease benefit from multi-specialty care, and the long term follow up of these patients offers a tremendous opportunity for research and collaboration. Herein we aim to offer an overview of the challenges that modern CDH survivors face, and include a risk-stratified algorithm as a general guideline for a multi-specialty follow up program.
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- Laura E Hollinger
- Department of Surgery, Medical University of South Carolina, 96 Jonathan Lucas Street, MSC 613/CSB 417, Charleston SC 29425, USA.
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