Abstract
- The guideline entitled 'Functional abdominal pain in children' has been developed by a multidisciplinary working group on behalf of the Dutch Pediatric Association in 2015. - History and physical examination are essential in diagnosing pediatric functional abdominal pain. Additional diagnostic testing is of limited value when alarm symptoms are absent. - Reassurance and education of both the child and parent(s), are the cornerstones in the treatment of pediatric functional abdominal pain. - In case of persisting symptoms, hypnotherapy or cognitive behavioral therapy can be started. There is no evidence for any pharmacological treatment.
| Original language | Dutch |
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| Pages (from-to) | D781 |
| Journal | Nederlands Tijdschrift voor Geneeskunde |
| Volume | 161 |
| Publication status | Published - 2017 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Cite this
Rutten, J. M. T. M., Korterink, J. J., Venmans, L. M. A. J., Benninga, M. A., & Tabbers, M. M. (2017). Richtlijn ‘Functionele buikpijn bij kinderen’. Nederlands Tijdschrift voor Geneeskunde, 161, D781.