Malnutrition and faltering growth in early childhood: current definitions, classification, nutritional prevention and treatment
Malnutrition (undernutrition) and related faltering growth in young children are common medical problems, which in developed countries are mainly associated with underlying diseases, chronic conditions, injuries, burns, and surgeries. Malnutrition and faltering growth can also be of a "non-orga...
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Zaslavsky O.Yu.,
2020-11-01T00:00:00Z.
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| Summary: | Malnutrition (undernutrition) and related faltering growth in young children are common medical problems, which in developed countries are mainly associated with underlying diseases, chronic conditions, injuries, burns, and surgeries. Malnutrition and faltering growth can also be of a "non-organic" origin and arise due to behavioral, socioeconomic, and environmental factors. To date, there are no generally accepted definitions of malnutrition and faltering growth in children, which complicates the diagnosis and study of the epidemiology of these conditions. Under such circumstances, it is advisable to use the diagnostic criteria of the World Health Organization and leading international professional associations. Knowledge of risk factors and preconditions for malnutrition, as well as the corresponding nutritional needs allows timely adjusting the diet, especially of sick children, through the use of special milk formulas with a high content of energy, protein and micronutrients. These food products have proven clinical effectiveness, are available on the Ukrainian market, and are recommended not only for prevention but also for the treatment of children with faltering growth. |
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| Item Description: | 2224-0551 2307-1168 10.22141/2224-0551.15.7.2020.219235 |