| Abstrakt: |
Feeding is a complex skill requiring coordination of multiple body systems. When considering feeding dysfunction in pediatric patient with EGIDS, multiple factors are considered including overall development, nutritional status, mealtime behaviors, and medical comorbidities. Symptoms of feeding dysfunction vary by age, with maladaptive learned feeding behaviors spanning all age ranges. Assessment and treatment from a Feeding and Swallowing Disorders specialist, ideally in the setting of a multidisciplinary team, can dramatically impact successful outcomes; specifically nutrition, growth, and mealtime dynamics in the home and social settings. |
