The American Journal of Human Genetics · 1950 · 111 citations · 0 references
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AgricultureNutritionNutritional SciencesClinical NutritionHuman NutritionMicronutrient DeficiencyMalnutritionMicronutrient RequirementsMicronutrient Status AssessmentNutrient Deficiency DisordersNutritional DeficienciesNutritional Status AssessmentBurdenMalnutrition DiagnosisMicronutrient Deficiency DiagnosisNutrient Status BiomarkersNutritional ScreeningRisk Factors For Deficiency
These novel data reveal deficiencies in micronutrients and/or prealbumin are a frequent burden in patients with SSc. Moreover, these correlate with clinical aspects of the disease. Especially patients with advanced disease appear at high risk for an impaired nutrient status, suggesting that screening of micronutrients status should be performed in these patients.