Micronutrient antioxidants (AOX): Evaluation of supply in a pediatric intensive care unit
Cheseaux, J.; Favrod, L.; Ranson, M.O.; Depeyre, J.; Roulet, M.; Cotting, J. · Aktuelle Ernährungsmedizin · 2005 · Heft 3 · S. 1 bis 1
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Introduction: Critically ill adults and children are exposed to oxidative stress. The AOX supplementation, accepted for burn patients, is currently being studied for other categories of critically ill adults. However, few data are available on AOX supplementation for critically ill children. Aim of the study: Quantify the supply in AOX (copper (Cu), selenium (Se), zinc (Zn), vitamins A, C and E) given to intensive care children receiving nutritional support. Design and methods: This observational prospective study included children staying more than 72 hours and artificially fed by enteral (EN) or parenteral nut…
