Abstract | BACKGROUND AND AIMS: METHODS: This cross-sectional single-center study included all 64 children (median age 6.8 years) receiving enteral nutrition providing >50% of daily energy intake for more than 6 months (median duration of enteral nutrition 43 months). The characteristics of the patients and mode of enteral nutrition were recorded. The concentrations of iron, zinc, copper, selenium and vitamins A, D, E and C were measured in plasma. RESULTS: Twelve children (19%) had iron deficiency. A high 25-hydroxyvitamin D concentration was recorded in 20% of the children, but none had associated hypercalcemia. Fifty-two children (81%) had low zinc concentrations in both plasma and erythrocytes. Plasma zinc, calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D concentrations were significantly lower in children receiving fiber supplementation. Abnormal micronutrient concentrations were found more frequently in the children receiving fiber supplementation. No other predisposing factors were associated with micronutrient deficiencies. CONCLUSION:
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Authors | M Gottrand, L Muyshont, F Couttenier, L Beghin, L Martigne, S Coopman, D Turck, L Michaud, D Guimber, F Gottrand |
Journal | Annals of nutrition & metabolism
(Ann Nutr Metab)
Vol. 63
Issue 1-2
Pg. 152-8
( 2013)
ISSN: 1421-9697 [Electronic] Switzerland |
PMID | 24008240
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Copyright | Copyright © 2013 S. Karger AG, Basel. |
Chemical References |
- Dietary Fiber
- Iron, Dietary
- Micronutrients
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin D
- Copper
- Selenium
- Zinc
- Ascorbic Acid
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Topics |
- Adolescent
- Ascorbic Acid
(blood)
- Body Height
- Body Weight
- Child
- Child, Preschool
- Copper
(blood)
- Cross-Sectional Studies
- Dietary Fiber
(administration & dosage)
- Dietary Supplements
- Energy Intake
- Enteral Nutrition
- Female
- Follow-Up Studies
- Humans
- Infant
- Iron, Dietary
(blood)
- Male
- Micronutrients
(administration & dosage, deficiency)
- Nutritional Status
- Selenium
(blood)
- Time Factors
- Vitamin A
(blood)
- Vitamin D
(blood)
- Zinc
(blood)
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