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Beriberi after gastric bypass surgery in adolescence.

Abstract
We report three cases of dry beriberi in adolescents who underwent gastric bypass surgery for clinically severe obesity. The key to successful treatment of this problem lies in prompt recognition and thiamine supplementation.
AuthorsAlexander Towbin, Thomas H Inge, Victor F Garcia, Helmut R Roehrig, Ronald H Clements, Carroll M Harmon, Stephen R Daniels
JournalThe Journal of pediatrics (J Pediatr) Vol. 145 Issue 2 Pg. 263-7 (Aug 2004) ISSN: 0022-3476 [Print] United States
PMID15289782 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
Topics
  • Adolescent
  • Beriberi (etiology)
  • Female
  • Gastroplasty (adverse effects)
  • Humans
  • Obesity, Morbid (surgery)

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