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In Trinidad: angular stomatitis and pregnancy

H C Clarke

    International Journal for Vitamin and Nutrition Research. Internationale Zeitschrift Fur Vitamin- Und Ernahrungsforschung. Journal International De Vitaminologie Et De Nutrition
    |January 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    Riboflavin deficiency during pregnancy in Trinidad improves with treatment. However, fetal protection remains uncertain due to multiple maternal nutritional deficiencies.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nutritional science
    • Maternal-fetal medicine
    • Public health

    Background:

    • Riboflavin deficiency is a widespread issue in Trinidad.
    • A specific pregnancy syndrome linked to low riboflavin levels occurs in the second trimester.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the effects of riboflavin deficiency in pregnant women in Trinidad.
    • To assess the impact of riboflavin treatment on maternal and fetal health.

    Main Methods:

    • Observational study of pregnant women in Trinidad.
    • Biochemical assessment of blood riboflavin levels.
    • Clinical evaluation of maternal and fetal health outcomes post-treatment.

    Main Results:

    • Riboflavin treatment led to clinical improvement in mothers.
    • Fetal blood riboflavin levels increased following maternal treatment.
    • Early diagnosis and treatment benefit mothers but offer doubtful protection to fetuses.

    Conclusions:

    • While riboflavin supplementation aids pregnant women in Trinidad, it does not fully protect fetuses.
    • Multiple limiting nutritional factors in the mother impact fetal well-being, underscoring the need for comprehensive nutritional support.

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