Evaluation of serum vitamin B12 and D, iron, ferritin, folate, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium levels in children in palliative care clinic: a single-center cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pediatric palliative care (PPC) patients are at an elevated risk of malnutrition. Nutritional inadequacy can also cause micronutrient deficiencies. These factors can lead to weight loss, stunted growth, and poor quality of life. Despite the prevalence of these issues, limited research exists in the micronutrient status of PPC patients. The purpose of this study was to determine the vitamin B12 and D, iron, ferritin, folate, calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium levels of PPC patients to contribute to a better understanding of their micronutrient needs as well as the appropriate management of diet and treatment approaches.

Methods

This was a single-center observational cross-sectional retrospective study. This study evaluated the levels of vitamin B12, 25-hydroxyvitam

SUBMITTER: Onur D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11373489 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature