Protein-Energy Malnutrition

Product Description
*Protein-Energy malnutrition: general introduction *Some general questions *Body composition and body water *Electrolytes and major minerals *Effects of PEM on structure and function of organs *Biochemical measurements for the assessment of PEM *Endocrine changes in severe PEM *Trace elements *Cell membranes and free radicals *Causes of oedema and its relation to kwashiorkor *Treatment of severe PEM *Nutrition and growth *Assessment of nutritional state in the community *Energy and protein requirements of infants and young children *Breast feeding and weaning *Nutrition and infection *Malnutrition and mortality *The effect of malnutrition on mental development *Prevention of protein-energy malnutrition