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Hypovitaminosis D-Induced Secondary Hyperparathyroidism With Concomitant Femoral Fracture in a Chronic Hepatitis B Patient: A Case Report. [PDF]
Clin Case RepABSTRACT Vitamin D deficiency and secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT) are preventable causes of metabolic bone disease, yet they may remain clinically silent until catastrophic skeletal events occur. Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection has been increasingly linked to disordered bone and mineral metabolism, even in the absence of cirrhosis.
Appati W +3 more
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Conjunctival mucus ferning in hypovitaminosis A
Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, 1988 The ocular ferning test was used to qualitatively assess mucus function in early stages of xerophthalmia. The results indicate that inspite of histological evidence of loss of goblet cells in the early stages, mucous function and production is sufficient
Edward D, Mascarenhas F
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Nyctalopia: the sequelae of hypovitaminosis A [PDF]
BMJ Case Reports, 2010 We present a case of night blindness due to vitamin A deficiency in a gentleman who had previously undergone a pancreaticoduodenostomy 10 years ago. The deficiency was attributed self-cessation of his pancreatic supplements without being aware of the possible consequences.
Stephen, Tiang, Richard, Warne
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Hypovitaminosis A coupled to secondary bacterial infection in beef cattle
BMC Veterinary Research, 2012 Background Vitamin A is essential for normal growth, development, reproduction, cell proliferation, cell differentiation, immune function and vision. Hypovitaminosis A can lead to a series of pathological damage in animals. This report describes the case
He Xiuyuan +9 more
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Children, 2022 Hypovitaminosis D has been recognized as a worldwide pandemic, but there are disagreements regarding its diagnosis and treatment. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge and practice of European pediatricians concerning vitamin D (VD) and ...
Davor Petrović +4 more
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Prevalence and Predictors of Hypovitaminosis D in Ethiopian HIV-Infected Adults
HIV/AIDS: Research and Palliative Care, 2021 Abebe Muche Belete,1 Alemu Adela Tefera,1 Mekasha Getnet,2 Adisu Asefa,1 Yared Asmare Aynalem,2 Wondimeneh Shibabaw Shiferaw2 1Biomedical Department, Debre Berhan University, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia; 2Department of Nursing, Debre Berhan University, Debre ...
Belete AM +5 more
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Assessment of vitamin K levels in women with intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy
BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 2022 Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy is a disorder characterized by pruritus and elevated liver function tests and bile acids. Poor vitamin absorption and, as a result, hypovitaminosis K can occur as a result of the pathology. Given the known effects of
Maria Cemortan +2 more
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Hypovitaminosis D in Dogs with Spirocercosis [PDF]
Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 2013 Abstract Background Spirocercosis in dogs is characterized by esophageal nodules that can undergo neoplastic transformation. Hypovitaminosis D has been associated with neoplasia formation. We hypothesized hypovitaminosis D in neoplastic spirocercosis and that it could be a risk factor for ...
Rosa, Chantal T. +4 more
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Hypovitaminosis D masking hypercalcemia in primary hyperparathyroidism: case report
Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism, 2023 Hyperparathyroidism (HPTH) is the third most common endocrine disorder. Hypovitaminosis D affects up to 40% of the general population and about a third of hyperparathyroid patients. Such a combination may alter the classic presentation of HPTH.
Tamer Mohamed Elsherbiny
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Prevalence of Vitamin D Deficiency in Patients with Talar Osteochondral Lesions
Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics, 2018 Category: Ankle Introduction/Purpose: Vitamin D deficiency affects over 1 billion people worldwide and is common in foot and ankle patients. The prevalence in those with osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLTs) is unknown.
Jessica J.M. Telleria MD +4 more
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