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Malnutrition in infants with acute diarrheal syndrome

F Jalili, J K Fraley, E O Smith

    Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition
    |January 1, 1982
    PubMed

    Insights

    Infants hospitalized for acute diarrheal syndrome showed significantly higher rates of malnutrition compared to healthy infants. Malnutrition was a key characteristic in these young patients requiring hospitalization.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Nutrition Science
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Acute diarrheal syndrome is a common cause of hospitalization in infants.
    • Malnutrition is a significant concern in infant health and development.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of malnutrition in infants hospitalized with acute diarrheal syndrome.
    • To compare nutritional status between infants with acute diarrheal syndrome and healthy controls.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective chart review of 109 infants hospitalized with acute diarrheal syndrome.
    • Comparison with 108 healthy infants from well-child clinics matched for age, sex, and ethnicity.
    • Analysis of weight and height percentiles.

    Main Results:

    • 45.3% of patients with acute diarrheal syndrome were below the 10th percentile for weight, versus 11.3% of controls.
    • 41.8% of patients with acute diarrheal syndrome were below the 10th percentile for height, versus 15.3% of controls.
    • Significantly lower weight and height percentiles were observed in the patient group.

    Conclusions:

    • Malnutrition is a characteristic finding in infants hospitalized for acute diarrheal syndrome.
    • Acute diarrheal syndrome in infants may be associated with underlying nutritional deficiencies.
    • Early identification and management of malnutrition are crucial for infants with severe diarrhea.

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