Akut underernæring hos børn

Maren Johanne Rytter, Kim Fleischer Michaelsen, Henrik Friis, Vibeke Brix Christensen*

*Corresponding author af dette arbejde

Publikation: Bidrag til tidsskriftReviewForskningpeer review

Abstract

The prevalence of malnutrition has declined significantly over the last 30 years. Despite this, malnutrition remains a major cause of illness and death among children worldwide, particularly in low- and medium-income countries. Marasmus and kwashiorkor are the most life-threatening forms of malnutrition. Treatment protocols enable effective treatment, but only a minority of malnourished children have access to treatment. Furthermore, treating children with complicated malnutrition requiring hospitalization remains a clinical challenge.

Bidragets oversatte titelAcute malnutrition in children
OriginalsprogDansk
ArtikelnummerV03170193
Sider (fra-til)877-880
Antal sider4
TidsskriftUgeskrift for laeger
Vol/bind179
Udgave nummer10
StatusUdgivet - 15 maj 2017
Udgivet eksterntJa

Emneord

  • Acute Disease
  • Child
  • Child Nutrition Disorders/complications
  • Humans
  • Infections/complications
  • Kwashiorkor/diagnosis
  • Malnutrition/complications
  • Protein-Energy Malnutrition/diagnosis

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