Childhood stomach pain: new study tracks Long-Term outcomes

NCT ID NCT02689648

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study followed 400 children who had stomach pain for at least two months to see how they were doing years later. Researchers used questionnaires to check if they still had symptoms and to identify risk factors for ongoing problems. The goal is to better understand the long-term outlook for children with functional gastrointestinal disorders.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors predict which children with abdominal pain are at risk for long-term gastrointestinal issues.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study looking back at past cases, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all children.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Umeå University, Department of Clinical Sciences

    Umeå, Umeå, 90185, Sweden