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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Hindawi Limited,
2010-01-01T00:00:00Z.
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