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KMID : 0816120080110000117
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Korean Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterolology and Nutrition
2008 Volume.11 No. 0 p.117 ~ p.126
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Trace Element Deficiency in Children Receiving Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
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Lee Jung-Hwa
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Abstract
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Trace elements compose a very small portion of the body, however they have a variety of essential functions. Various diseases are caused by trace element deficiencies, and sometimes they can be fatal. Long-term TPN is a risk factor of trace element deficiency, and trace elements need to be checked regularly while receiving TPN. It is important to provide sufficient requirements of trace elements regarding the clinical features and the problems of trace element excess or deficiency. Moreover extensive studies to establish the efficiency of examining human hair and nails, recent method to determine the trace elements, are required.
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KEYWORD
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Trace element deficiency, Total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
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