Acute malnutrition in children

Rytter, M.J.; Michaelsen, K.F.; Friis, H.; Christensen, V.B.

Ugeskrift for Laeger 179(20)

2017


ISSN/ISBN: 1603-6824
PMID: 28504629
Document Number: 693807
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.

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