Sandifer syndrome

Revision as of 18:38, 22 October 2014 by Rim Halaby (talk | contribs) (→‎Differential Diagnosis)
(diff) ← Older revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)
Jump to navigation Jump to search

WikiDoc Resources for Sandifer syndrome

Articles

Most recent articles on Sandifer syndrome

Most cited articles on Sandifer syndrome

Review articles on Sandifer syndrome

Articles on Sandifer syndrome in N Eng J Med, Lancet, BMJ

Media

Powerpoint slides on Sandifer syndrome

Images of Sandifer syndrome

Photos of Sandifer syndrome

Podcasts & MP3s on Sandifer syndrome

Videos on Sandifer syndrome

Evidence Based Medicine

Cochrane Collaboration on Sandifer syndrome

Bandolier on Sandifer syndrome

TRIP on Sandifer syndrome

Clinical Trials

Ongoing Trials on Sandifer syndrome at Clinical Trials.gov

Trial results on Sandifer syndrome

Clinical Trials on Sandifer syndrome at Google

Guidelines / Policies / Govt

US National Guidelines Clearinghouse on Sandifer syndrome

NICE Guidance on Sandifer syndrome

NHS PRODIGY Guidance

FDA on Sandifer syndrome

CDC on Sandifer syndrome

Books

Books on Sandifer syndrome

News

Sandifer syndrome in the news

Be alerted to news on Sandifer syndrome

News trends on Sandifer syndrome

Commentary

Blogs on Sandifer syndrome

Definitions

Definitions of Sandifer syndrome

Patient Resources / Community

Patient resources on Sandifer syndrome

Discussion groups on Sandifer syndrome

Patient Handouts on Sandifer syndrome

Directions to Hospitals Treating Sandifer syndrome

Risk calculators and risk factors for Sandifer syndrome

Healthcare Provider Resources

Symptoms of Sandifer syndrome

Causes & Risk Factors for Sandifer syndrome

Diagnostic studies for Sandifer syndrome

Treatment of Sandifer syndrome

Continuing Medical Education (CME)

CME Programs on Sandifer syndrome

International

Sandifer syndrome en Espanol

Sandifer syndrome en Francais

Business

Sandifer syndrome in the Marketplace

Patents on Sandifer syndrome

Experimental / Informatics

List of terms related to Sandifer syndrome

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Synonyms and keywords: Sandifer's syndrome

Overview

Sandifer syndrome is a pediatric medical disorder, characterized by gastrointestinal symptoms and associated neurological features. There is a significant correlation between the syndrome and gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD); however, it is estimated to occur in less than 1% of children with reflux. Diagnosis is made on the basis of the association of gastro-esophageal reflux with the characteristic movement disorder. Early diagnosis is critical, as treatment is simple and leads to prompt resolution of the movement disorder.

Differential Diagnosis

Natural History, Complications and Prognosis

Onset is usually confined to infancy and early childhood, with peak prevalence at 18–36 months. In rare cases, particularly where the child is severely mentally impaired, onset may extend to adolescence.

Spasms may last for 1–3 minutes and may occur up to 10 times a day. Ingestion of food is often associated with occurrence of symptoms; this may result in reluctance to feed. Associated symptoms, such as epigastric discomfort, vomiting (which may involve blood) and abnormal eye movements have been reported. Clinical signs may also include anemia.

Sandifer syndrome is not typically life-threatening and the prognosis is typically good.

Diagnosis

Symptoms

Physical Examination

Neurological examination is usually normal.

Treatment

Successful treatment of the associated underlying disorder, such as GERD or hiatal hernia, may provide relief.

References