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Cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS) is a disorder characterized by recurrent and unpredictable episodes of intense vomiting, interspersed with periods of apparent wellbeing. This disorder, which primarily affects children and adolescents but can persist into adulthood, has recently been the subject of extensive study and analysis in the medical literature. The aim of the present review is to examine the most important aspects of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, subtypes, diagnostic criteria, and current management of CVS. Even though the exact etiology remains unknown, genetic factors (polymorphisms), nervous system alterations and autonomic dysregulation, and environmental factors (use and abuse of cannabinoids) are postulated as possible triggers. CVS has significant diagnostic challenges, given that there is no specific test for confirming its presence. Thorough evaluation of symptoms and the ruling out of other possible causes of recurrent vomiting are required. Management of CVS typically involves a multidisciplinary approach. Pharmacologic options are explored, such as antiemetics and preventive medications, as well as behavioral and psychologic support therapies. Treatment personalization is essential, adapting it to the individual needs of each patient. Despite advances in the understanding of CVS, it remains a significant clinical challenge. This disorder impacts the quality of life of those affected and their families, underscoring the ongoing need for research and the development of more effective treatment strategies.

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We report 3 adolescents with cannabis hyperemesis syndrome and recurrent hypophosphatemia complicating their clinical course with potential for significant consequences. They serve as reminders for providers to consider the diagnosis of cannabis hyperemesis syndrome and to monitor serum electrolytes closely in the setting of adolescent hyperemesis.

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OBJECTIVES: To synthesize quantitative and qualitative data on pharmacologic interventions of pediatric cyclic vomiting syndrome and their effectiveness in disease management in the acute care setting. STUDY DESIGN: Using keywords, 799 studies published up from December 1954 to February 2018 were extracted from MEDLINE via Pubmed, Embase via OVID, CINAHL via EBSCO, and Cochrane Controlled Trials Registry. Studies were evaluated for inclusion and exclusion by 2 independent reviewers using predetermined inclusion and exclusion criteria. RESULTS: The search yielded 84 studies for full review, of which 54 were included in the systematic review. Studies were subsequently separated into 1 group of 6 case series studies containing quantitative data on sumatriptan, ondansetron, phenothiazines, prokinetic agents, carbohydrate, isometheptene, and aprepitant; 1 one group consisting only of qualitative studies containing expert recommendations. CONCLUSIONS: Ondansetron has the most quantitative and qualitative evidence to support its inclusion in pediatric emergency department protocols as a rescue therapy. Sumatriptan and aprepitant are potential candidates for inclusion as abortive therapies. Qualitative data from retrospective studies and case reports are not applicable to a larger patient population. This report informs a need for controlled, prospective cohort studies and randomized, controlled trials to optimize current management protocols and to develop new medical interventions.

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RESUMO Os autores relatam um caso da enfermaria psiquiátrica do Hospital Geral Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Sorocaba-SP. Paciente gestante, de 19 anos, usuária crônica de maconha que apresenta náuseas e vômitos intensos não responsivos aos antieméticos, associados a dor abdominal, agitação psicomotora e hábito compulsivo de tomar banhos quentes para alívio dos sintomas, quadro que caracteriza a SHC. Trata-se de uma síndrome rara, com efeito paradoxalmente emetogênico da maconha. É subdiagnosticada e relacionada ao uso crônico e intenso de maconha. Destacamos que não foi encontrada descrição de caso na literatura brasileira. A conclusão deste relato reporta a importância do reconhecimento e categorização da síndrome e sua correlação com a dependência de maconha, pois o tratamento implica a suspensão do uso de maconha, tratamento da dependência, além da prevenção de suas complicações clínicas.

ABSTRACT The authors report a case from the psychiatric department of a general hospital (Santa Casa de Misericordia at Sorocaba city, São Paulo, Brazil). A patient, 19-year-old, pregnant woman, marijuana chronic user, presenting abdominal pain, psychomotor agitation, unmanageable nausea, severe vomiting, not responsive to antiemetic drugs, associated with compulsive hot water showering. Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome is sub-diagnosed and rare, characterized by those three symptoms: heavy marijuana use, vomiting and repeated hot showering. There is no prior report in Brazilian medical literature. This paper aims to emphasize the importance of recognizing and categorizing this syndrome and its correlation to marijuana use. Main treatment is supportive care, withdrawing substance and supportive carries to suspension of marijuana use as well as clinical complications prevention.

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OBJECTIVE: To perform a population-based study with Rome III criteria to describe the prevalence of functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) in children in Colombia. STUDY DESIGN: We conducted a multicity cross-sectional study to investigate the epidemiology of FGIDs in children 0-48 months of age using the Rome III criteria in Colombia. Children with organic medical diseases were excluded. Parents provided demographic information and completed the Spanish version of the Questionnaire on Pediatric Gastrointestinal Symptoms for Infants & Toddlers. RESULTS: Parents of 1231 subjects completed the questionnaires; 48 children were excluded due to presence of organic diseases and being older than 48 months of age. Four hundred eighty children (40.5%) were diagnosed with at least 1 FGID according to the Rome III diagnostic criteria (49% female, median 12 months). Functional constipation was the most commonly diagnosed disorder in infants (up to 12 months of age) and children of ages 13-48 months (16.1% and 26.8%, respectively). Analysis revealed that the prevalence of FGID was significantly greater in children who were the only child in the family (P = .003), children who were first-born (P = .007), and children with divorced or separated parents. (P = .001). CONCLUSIONS: FGIDs are common in children younger than 4 years of age. Functional constipation and infant colic were the most common FGIDs in infants (up to 12 months of age), and functional constipation and rumination were the most common FGIDs in children 13-48 months of age.

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OBJECTIVES: To determine the prevalence of functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorders (FGIDs) in children and adolescents in a representative community sample of the US. STUDY DESIGN: The study recruited a general population sample of mothers (n = 949) of children and adolescents aged 4-18 years. Child and adolescent GI symptoms were assessed using parental report through online questionnaires, including the Questionnaire on Pediatric Gastrointestinal Symptoms and the PedsQL4.0 Generic Core Scale. Parental GI symptoms, and demographic characteristics were also assessed. The data was used to determine prevalence of FGIDs. RESULTS: Using Rome III criteria by parental report, 23.1% of children and adolescents qualified for at least 1 FGID. Functional constipation and abdominal migraine were the most common FGIDs. All 10 child/adolescent FGIDs occurred, except rumination. Significant prevalence differences were not found between sexes, except in functional constipation, which was more prevalent in males than females (P = .022). There were no significant prevalence differences between racial or ethnic groups. Children who met criteria for an FGID had lower quality of life (median = 76.4) than children who did not (median = 89.6; P < .001). Children were more likely to qualify for a FGID if their parent also qualified for a FGID (P < .01). CONCLUSIONS: FGIDs are common in children and adolescents in the US. There are no significant differences in FGIDs between sex, race, or ethnic groups, except in functional constipation. There is overlap between parental and child FGID symptoms. Children with a FGID report a lower quality of life than healthy children.

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OBJECTIVE: To evaluate health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in children with cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS) and to compare child self-reports with those of their parents and with published reports of children with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), children with organic gastrointestinal disorders, and a healthy control group. STUDY DESIGN: Sixty-eight children aged 5-18 years with CVS confirmed in a gastroenterology clinic completed the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL). Eighty-two parents completed the parent-proxy PedsQL for children aged 2-18 years. These results were compared with published data for children with IBS, organic gastrointestinal disorders, and a healthy control group using ANOVA. Intraclass correlation was used to evaluate concordance between child and parent reports of HRQoL. RESULTS: HRQoL reported on the PedsQL by children with CVS was lower than that reported by children with IBS (P < .01) and healthy controls (P < .001), but did not differ from that reported by children with organic gastrointestinal disorders. Children with CVS also had lower HRQoL compared with healthy controls by parent-proxy report on the PedsQL (P < .001). Correlations between HRQoL reports by parents and children were moderate to good (intraclass correlation coefficients, 0.504-0.805; P < .01). Duration of CVS episodes, delay in CVS diagnosis, and number of school days missed due to CVS were associated with lower parent-rated HRQoL (P = .01). CONCLUSION: Children with CVS reported lower HRQoL compared with those with IBS, and both parents and children reported lower HRQoL compared with healthy controls. Parent and child ratings of HRQoL converged. Improved recognition of CVS and school support might help mitigate the impact of CVS on HRQoL.

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Os critérios de Roma foram desenvolvidos para padronizar a classificação dos distúrbios gastrointestinais funcionais de crianças usando como base os sintomas relatados. Os parentes muitas vezes têm importante papel na descrição dos sintomas das crianças. Os critérios de Roma foram estabelecidos por um grupo de especialistas internacionais. Estas informações levarão à melhor compreensão das diferentes apresentações clínicas dos distúrbios funcionais, maior acurácia do diagnóstico e aprimoramento nas investigações e tratamento destas desordens. Os distúrbios gastrointestinais funcionais são: regurgitação infantil, síndrome de ruminação infantil, síndrome dos vômitos cíclicos, dispepsia funcional, síndrome do intestino irritável, dor abdominal funcional, enxaqueca abdominal, aerofagia, diarréia funcional, constipação funcional, disquesia infantil, retenção fecal funcional, escape fecal funcional não retentivo...

The Pediatric Rome Criteria were developed to standardize the classification of functional gastrointestinal disorders of children using a symptom-based approach. The parents often play a large role in reporting their child's symptoms. The Rome Criteria has been established by a multinational team of experts. These intor- mations will lead to a better understanding of the different clinical presentations of functional disorders, more accurate diagnosis, and therefore improve treatment and investigations of the disor- ders. The functional Gastrointestinal disorders are: infant regurgi- tation, infant rumination syndrome, cyclic vomiting syndrome, functional dyspepsia, irritable bowel syndrome, functional abdo- minal pain, abdominal migraine, aerophagia, functional diarrhea, functional constipation, functional fecal retention and non-retentive fecal soiling...

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