Description

by Kadakkal Radhakrishnan (ed.)

This book provides the pediatric clinician, dietitian, and trainee a quick review of pediatric nutrition. Divided into four parts, this volume covers a wide array of topics in pediatric nutrition. Part 1 covers the basics of macronutrients, including digestion and absorption. Part 2 covers micronutrient metabolism. Part 3 includes assessment of nutritional status and malnutrition, as well as disease based nutritional needs, such as for liver disease and cystic fibrosis. Lastly, Part 4 covers parenteral and enteral nutrition.

Handbook of Clinical and Practical Pediatric Nutrition is an ideal quick reference for pediatricians, gastroenterologists, endocrinologists, cardiologists, dietitians, and trainees.