Abstract: This article provides an update of the current ED literature in children and adolescents. Anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN) are presented. The epidemiology, implications, and diagnosis of EDs are reviewed and evidence-based treatment in the primary care are highlighted. A comprehensive search was conducted through major databases; Ovid MEDLINE, Ovid EMBASE, Ovid Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, through November, 2017. The search strategy used Mesh terms; eating disorders, pediatrics, children, AND primary care. Despite their high prevalence, associated morbidity and mortality, and available treatment options, eating disorders (EDs) continue to be underdiagnosed by pediatric professionals. The efficient management of anorexia nervosa and other ED problems depends upon a complete analysis of physical status, psychological functions, risk and treatment by primary care providers. The rate of weight loss is also an essential indication. In kids and younger teenagers, reference to BMI standards is needed, but it is additionally of note that children have relatively small fat stores comparing to the adults. Psychosocial assessment should be taken into account as a treatment option.
Keywords: eating disorders (EDs), Anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN).
Title: Diagnostic Approaches for Eating Disorders in Children in Primary Care: Review
Author: Musab Abdulbasit Bukhari, Husam Adil H Munawar, Shaly Mohammed A Aljedaani, Ahmed Saleh A Sanad, Khaled Mohammad Hazzazi, Taher Tariq Alqutub
International Journal of Healthcare Sciences
ISSN 2348-5728 (Online)
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