Antioxidant micronutrients supplementation in ventilated critically ill children: An observational study
Jotterand, C.; Depeyre, J.; Moullet, C.; Perez, M.; Cotting, J. · Aktuelle Ernährungsmedizin · 2013 · Heft 3 · S. 1 bis 1
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Introduction: In critically ill patients, antioxidant micronutrients may have an important role in the fight against oxidative stress. In adults, supplementations have been associated with reduction of mortality. In children, the actual needs and intakes are unknown and a systematic supplementation has not been yet recommended. Objectives: The objective of this observational study was to assess antioxidant micronutrients intakes in children receiving or not supplementation. Methods: Children with expected mechanical ventilation ≥72 hours were consecutively included. Antioxidant micronutrients intakes, i.e. vitam…