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Kwashiorkor in Cleveland

B Lozoff

    American Journal of Diseases of Children (1960)
    |June 1, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary

    Kwashiorkor, a severe protein-calorie malnutrition, is rare in the US. Prompt recognition and correction of feeding abnormalities are crucial for preventing and treating this condition in infants.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Nutrition Science
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Kwashiorkor is a severe form of malnutrition characterized by edema, skin and hair changes, and anemia.
    • It is considered uncommon in developed countries like the United States.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report two cases of kwashiorkor in infants encountered in Cleveland.
    • To emphasize the importance of complete feeding histories in diagnosing and preventing protein-calorie malnutrition.

    Main Methods:

    • Case report of two infants presenting with symptoms of kwashiorkor.
    • Review of feeding histories and medical records.
    • Monitoring of symptom resolution with nutritional intervention.

    Main Results:

    • Both infants presented with edema, growth failure, irritability, skin and hair changes, and anemia.
    • Feeding abnormalities were identified as the primary cause, not milk allergy.
    • Symptoms resolved with adequate intake of calories, protein, vitamins, and iron.

    Conclusions:

    • Gross protein-calorie malnutrition, such as kwashiorkor, is preventable.
    • Thorough feeding histories are essential for medical personnel to identify and correct malnutrition in infants.

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