Anaemia in Children Receiving Home Parenteral Nutrition: A Common Problem?
Conclusions:
Iron deficiency anaemia is common in children receiving HPN. A large proportion of patients still receive blood transfusions as first-line therapy but intravenous iron can be a suitable alternative. Treatment guidelines are required.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition - Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Original Articles: Nutrition Source Type: research
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