Gastroenterology
From the Journals
Third COVID-19 vaccine dose helped some transplant recipients
All of those with low titers before the third dose had high titers after receiving the extra shot, in case series.
Guidelines
Skip routine probiotics for preemies, AAP says
The data on their safety and efficacy are inconsistent and the supplements are not subject to approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
News
FDA to recommend limits on heavy metals in baby foods
Called “Closer to Zero,” the FDA plan calls for continued scientific investigation, establishes acceptable levels of heavy metals, sets up a way...
From the Journals
Microbiota-directed therapy may improve growth rate in malnourished children
“Remedying malnutrition requires more than just ensuring adequate calorie and nutrient intake,” suggests study.
Article
Adalimumab earns FDA approval for ulcerative colitis in children
“The number of FDA-approved biologics to treat pediatric UC has been limited,” commented Dr. Atsushi Sakuraba, but now this option is available...
From the Journals
PCPs play a small part in low-value care spending
Study indicates waste was widely distributed among specialties.
Feature
COVID-19 vaccines: Safe for immunocompromised patients?
Data are limited thus far, and the safety and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccines in immunocompromised patients remain unknown.
From the Journals
New eGFR equation ‘less biased’ by age, kidney function; some disagree
The European Kidney Function Consortium equation surpasses existing equations by "resulting in generally lower bias across the spectrum of age and...
From the Journals
Study IDs microbial signature of celiac disease in children
Eleven operational taxonomic units (OTUs) were less abundant in fecal samples from children with treated and untreated celiac disease than in...
ID Consult
Direct-acting agents cure hepatitis C in children
There now are three direct-acting antiviral agents available to treat HCV in children.
News
C. difficile linked to surgery risk in pediatric Crohn’s
Patients who tested positive for Clostridoides difficile in the first year after diagnosis were more likely to go in for colectomy.