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  • Biochemistry
  • Clinical Nutrition
  • Pediatrics

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  • Trace elements are essential for numerous bodily functions.
  • Deficiencies are increasingly recognized but often underdiagnosed.
  • These deficiencies pose risks, particularly in vulnerable patient groups.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge on trace element deficiencies.
  • To highlight clinical situations and management strategies.
  • To emphasize the importance of timely intervention.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on recent findings.
  • Analysis of clinical scenarios and associated trace elements.
  • Discussion of diagnostic challenges and therapeutic controversies.

Main Results:

  • Deficiencies commonly occur in burns, bariatric surgery, intestinal failure, renal replacement therapy, oncology, critical illness, and cardiac surgery.
  • Key elements involved include selenium, zinc, copper, and iron.
  • Deficiencies increase morbidity and mortality risk, with recognition being challenging.

Conclusions:

  • Awareness of at-risk situations is vital for clinicians.
  • Trace element supplementation is critical but debated in specific contexts like sepsis.
  • Further research, especially in pediatric critical care, is needed.