Prevalence and Related Risk Factors of Vitamin D Deficiency in Saudi Children with Epilepsy
Background: Vitamin D has a role in the pathogenesis of many medical disorders, especially those of the central nervous system. It is essential in maintaining the bone health of children. However, patients with epilepsy are at high risk of developing vitamin D deficiency due to antiseizure medicatio...
Main Authors: | Reem Al Khalifah, Muddathir H. Hamad, Abrar Hudairi, Lujain K. Al-Sulimani, Doua Al Homyani, Dimah Al Saqabi, Fahad A. Bashiri |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-11-01
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Series: | Children |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/9/11/1696 |
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