Infantile Scurvy: Two Case Reports

Background. Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is necessary for the formation of collagen, reducing free radicals, and aiding in iron absorption. SCURVY, a disease of dietary ascorbic acid deficiency, is uncommon today. It still exists in high risk groups including economically disadvantaged populations with...

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Main Authors: Leila Ghedira Besbes, Samir Haddad, Chebil Ben Meriem, Mondher Golli, Mohamed-fadhel Najjar, Mohamed-Néji Guediche
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2010-01-01
Series:International Journal of Pediatrics
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2010/717518
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