Prevalence and Risk Factors of Hypovitaminosis D in Nigerian Children with Sickle Cell Anaemia
Background: Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) has been linked to some acute and chronic bone disorders that commonly complicate sickle cell anaemia (SCA) in children. Some of these bone diseases include chronic pain, reduced bone density and fractures. Despite Nigeria having the highest number of children...
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| Main Authors: | Adekunle MO (Author), Njokanma OF (Author), Solarin AU (Author), Dada AO (Author), Animasahun BA (Author), Ubuane P (Author) |
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Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria, OOUTH Sagamu,
2020-11-01T00:00:00Z.
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