Vitamin D Supplementation in the Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic
- نوع فایل : کتاب
- زبان : انگلیسی
- مؤلف : Emily von Scheven & Jon M. Burnham
- چاپ و سال / کشور: 2011
Description
Vitamin D is capturing the attention of healthy and chronically ill populations for its potential skeletal and nonskeletal benefits. New information suggesting a role in immune modulation has led to a surge of interest among rheumatologists. Although the epidemiologic data are limited, it appears that many children with rheumatic conditions are at risk of vitamin D deficiency. However, understanding this phenomenon requires an appreciation for how vitamin D status is assessed, and options for supplementation. Although a “more-is-better” attitude is tempting when considering the medicinal effects of a nutritional supplement, we suggest a cautious approach and suggest that further studies are needed to clarify the potential benefits and risks among children with rheumatic conditions.
Curr Rheumatol Rep (2011) 13:110–116 DOI 10.1007/s11926-010-0161-7 Published online: 8 January 2011
