Metabolic Bone Disease of Prematurity in Very Low Birthweight Infants: Retrospective Observational Study
Introduction: Metabolic bone disease of prematurity consists in a decrease of bone matrix mineral content, in comparison with the level expected for gestational age. Screening of this condition is based on serum alkaline phosphatase and phosphate levels. The aim of this study is to evaluate the prev...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Ordem dos Médicos
2019-08-01
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Series: | Acta Médica Portuguesa |
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Online Access: | https://www.actamedicaportuguesa.com/revista/index.php/amp/article/view/10994 |