Bone disease of prematurity.
Bone disease of prematurity is a complication of preterm birth. This article reviews the aetiology, treatment and prevention of bone disease of prematurity. Provision of adequate nutrition including energy, protein, and minerals is required for both treatment and prevention. Screening for bone disease is controversial. While further research is required quantitative ultrasound appears to be a promising tool for screening and monitoring response to therapy. Further research is needed before recommending physical activity to prevent bone disease of prematurity.
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Neonatal Clinical Care Unit, King Edward Memorial Hospital for Women and Princess Margaret Hospital for Children, Subiaco, Western Australia, Australia. mary.sharp@health.wa.gov.au
D001847:Bone Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy*; D001842:Bone and Bones / Q000378:metabolism; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007234:Infant, Premature; D007235:Infant, Premature, Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy*; D008297:Male; D008903:Minerals / Q000378:metabolism
D008903:Minerals