Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10021820 | The Journal of Emergency Medicine | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Although cases of Vitamin D-deficient Rickets have declined since the Industrial Revolution, certain populations remain at risk. Risk factors for developing vitamin D-deficient Rickets include breast-feeding without formula or vitamin supplementation, very dark skin and inadequate exposure to sunlight. We describe a case of Rickets in a breastfed infant with dark skin who presented with hypocalcemic seizures. The pathophysiology of Rickets is briefly described along with the emergency management of infants presenting with hypocalcemic seizure.
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Authors
Marc A. MD, David S. MD,