North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Issues Joint Clinical Practice Guideline for Diagnosis and Management of Faltering Weight

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

AMBLER, PA – The North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN), in partnership with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has published its first clinical practice guideline on the diagnosis and management of faltering weight. Previously described as “failure to thrive,” this condition affects 5%-10% of young pediatric patients who are not growing as expected.

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