Night Blindness in Cystic Fibrosis: The Key Role of Vitamin A in the Digestive System
Vitamin A is a fundamental micronutrient that regulates various cellular patterns. Vitamin A deficiency (VAT) is a worldwide problem and the primary cause of nocturnal blindness especially in low income countries. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a known risk factor of VAD because of liposoluble vitamin mala...
Main Authors: | Lorenzo Norsa, Laura Zazzeron, Marialaura Cuomo, Laura Claut, Anna Marta Clotilde Bulfamante, Arianna Biffi, Carla Colombo |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-08-01
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Series: | Nutrients |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/11/8/1876 |
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