Pediatric

• Summarize the current status and accepted criteria for pediatric intestinal transplant
• Discuss factors to consider in the timing of intestinal transplant
• Describe the evolving role of intestinal transplantation in pediatric intestinal failure

TBD

• Review the available options for lock therapy for central venous catheters
• Review the available data and experience with sodium bicarbonate locks for central venous catheters
• Discuss a potential multicenter trial to assess the safety and efficacy of sodium bicarbonate locks for central venous catheters in pediatric intestinal failure patients

• Describe the impact of the microbiome in the outcomes of children with intestinal failure.
• Discuss current practices in the use of antibiotics in short bowel syndrome
• Summarize the role of antibiotics in the management of intestinal failure

• Summarize the role of minerals in growth and development of children
• Discuss the factors contributing to nutrient deficiencies in children with intestinal failure.
• Summarize monitoring and treatment recommendations for managing trace elements in pediatric intestinal failure. 

• Identify factors leading to iron deficiency in children with intestinal failure.
• Describe caregiver perspectives regarding anemia treatment in pediatric IF.
• Discuss strategies to treat iron deficiency

• Identify factors to consider in formula choice for children with intestinal failure. 
• Review nutritional qualities of currently available formulas.
• Summarize strategies to optimize enteral nutrition. 

• Understand the obstacles faced by families managing children with medical devices that assist with feeding and elimination.  
• Identify the key points in management of medical devices and emergency procedures that should be communicated to community care providers.  
• Apply resources to assist parents and community care providers in the safe transition to the school setting.

• Describe host microbiota interactions in SBS
• Summarize the microbiota in SBS
• Identify current areas of research