| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2765283 | Journal of Critical Care | 2012 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The finding of a low plasma zinc concentration in Intensive Therapy Unit patients is often misinterpreted as indicating zinc deficiency and inappropriately prompts zinc supplementation. There is no evidence base to support high-dose zinc supplementation in ICU patients. This practice is justifiable only if future randomized trials demonstrate a benefit.
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Authors
Andrew PhD, Pamela MB, ChB, Malcolm MB, ChB, Denis StJ. MB, ChB, John MB, ChB,