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Evaluation of Food Intake, Malnutrition, Growth and Development in Children With Esophageal Atresia: A Pilot Study From Turkey
(BMC, 2025) Konyaligil, Dilara Bersan; Koc, Nevra; Caliskan, Dogus; Kara Uzun, Aysun; Senel, Emrah
Background This study aimed to evaluate the relationships among nutritional intake, malnutrition, and growth and development in children under 2 years of age with esophageal atresia. Methods A survey was administered to the parents of healthy children and children with esophageal atresia who were followed up at Ankara City Hospital Pediatric Surgery Polyclinic. Nutrition education was provided, a follow-up visit was scheduled three months later, and the assessments were repeated. Results The study included 20 children with esophageal atresia and 40 controls under 2 years of age. Height-for-age, weight-for-age and head circumference measurements were significantly lower in children with esophageal atresia than in the control group (p < 0.05). At the second interview, triceps skinfold thickness for age and mid-upper arm circumference for age were also significantly lower in children with esophageal atresia compared to control group (p < 0.05). Statistically significant differences were observed in dietary and food consistency preferences, eating status, and swallowing function (p < 0.05). In addition, according to the Pediatric Eating Assessment Tool-10 and Screening Tool for Risk of Impaired Nutritional Status and Growth, a high prevalence of swallowing disorders and a moderate risk of malnutrition were identified in children with esophageal atresia (p < 0.05). At the end of follow-up, significant increases in weight-for-age and height-for-age z scores were observed over time in children with esophageal atresia (p < 0.05). Furthermore, the percentages meeting daily requirements for protein, carbohydrates and dietary fiber increased over time (p < 0.05). Swallowing symptoms improved over time in children with esophageal atresia, and their current dietary patterns remained significantly different from those of the control group (p < 0.05). Conclusions Appropriate nutritional support delivered with a multidisciplinary approach and long-term follow-up can help children to achieve a growth rate appropriate for their peers.
Malnutrition, Diet Quality, and Psychological Well-Being in Older Adults: A Hospital Outpatient Study
(BMC, 2026) Cihan, Berna Betul; Naharci, Mehmet Ilkin; Konyaligil, Dilara Bersan; Topkaya, Merve Sena; Tel Adiguzel, Kubra; Koc, Nevra
Background The ageing process can lead to malnutrition due to a variety of physiological and psychological issues. Investigating nutrition, lifestyle and psychological status is important for improving the health of the geriatric. The aim of this study was therefore to evaluate the relationship between malnutrition, dietary quality and psychological well-being in older adults. Methods One hundred three older adults treated at the Gülhane Training and Research Hospital Geriatrics polyclinic participated in this cross-sectional study. The researchers recorded sociodemographic characteristics, health information, anthropometric measurements, the Short Nutritional Assessment Questionnaire for 65 + (SNAQ(65+)) screening test, the Mediterranean Diet Adherence Scale (MEDAS) and the Psychological Well-Being Scale for the Older People (YPIOA) using a questionnaire during face-to-face interviews. Generalised Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) test was administered to older adults who applied to the geriatrics outpatient clinic at the time of application; individuals who did not meet the criteria were excluded from the study. Results The results of the study showed that the psychological well-being scale scores of individuals who strictly adhered to the Mediterranean diet (mean = 68.1) were significantly higher than those of individuals who did not adhere to the Mediterranean diet (mean = 59.5)(p < 0.05). Linear regression was used to evaluate older adults according to their MEDAS and YPIOA values. The test results revealed a significant positive correlation between the MEDAS score and the YPIOA (p < 0.05). However, no significant difference was found between the groups when the relationship between the MEDAS and SNAQ(65+) scores of older adults was evaluated (p > 0.05). Conclusion According to the results of the study, geriatric people who scored higher on the MEDAS also scored higher on the YPIOA. However, no significant relationship was found between SNAQ(65+) and MEDAS scores. These findings suggest that the quality of an individual's diet may affect not only their physical health, but also their psychological well-being. Therefore, treatment plans for the nutritional needs of older adults should take into consideration not only energy and nutrient intake, but also the individual's lifestyle, habits and psychological status.