Clinical Trial: Evaluation of the Intestinal Microbiota in Pediatric Patients Treated With Proton Pump Inhibitors: A Prospective Longitudinal Study

U.S., June 26 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07036627) titled 'Evaluation of the Intestinal Microbiota in Pediatric Patients Treated With Proton Pump Inhibitors: A Prospective Longitudinal Study' on June 16.

Brief Summary: This clinical study aims to investigate the effects of short-term treatment with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) on the gut microbiota of pediatric patients. PPIs are among the most frequently prescribed medications in children and adolescents for the management of acid-related disorders, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). However, emerging evidence suggests that these medications may have unintended consequences on the delicate ecosystem of beneficial microorganis...