FISPGHAN Expert Insights Episode10 "MASLD in Children: Diet, Microbiome, and Screening"

Join us for Episode 10 of FISPGHAN Expert Insights, featuring Professor Stavra Xanthakos from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and the University of Cincinnati. In this episode, Professor Xanthakos explores why metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) has become a major global health concern in children. The discussion examines the influence of diet, ultra-processed foods, environmental factors, and the gut microbiome on the development and progression of pediatric MASLD, as well as the emerging — but still evolving — role of microbiome-based interventions. The episode also provides practical insights into screening and early detection, including the role and limitations of ALT, ultrasonography, and other non-invasive tools in everyday clinical practice. Moderated by Dr. Natascha Sandi. Produced by Dr. Carlos Timossi.