Imaging approaches to pediatric gastrointestinal diseases: Focus on medical disorders

Abstract

Various imaging modalities are used in the evaluation of pediatric gastrointestinal diseases, including plain radiography, ultrasonography, CT and MRI, gastrointestinal contrast studies, endoscopy, and nuclear medicine. Selection of an appropriate imaging technique should take into account the specific disease, the child’s age, radiation exposure, and the necessity of the examination. Among the imaging methods, ultrasonography is a highly versatile modality that can be performed across all pediatric age groups and provides real-time diagnostic information. Understanding the characteristic imaging findings of common pediatric gastrointestinal disorders and utilizing appropriate imaging techniques can greatly support future clinical practice.