An abnormal buildup of fluid in the lower extremities is known as leg edema. It is a common problem, especially with increasing age. Leg swelling has many causes including inflammation, obesity, blood clots in the legs, or a weakened heart.

Zinc is an essential micronutrient for human metabolism that catalyzes more than 100 enzymes, facilitates protein folding, and helps regulate gene expression.

Acute zinc toxicity results from an abrupt, high-level exposure to zinc, often caused by consuming large amounts of zinc-containing foods or supplements in a short period of time.

2024年11月25日 · Edema is caused by nutrient deficiencies and imbalances, with vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B-6, magnesium, and zinc being common vitamins and minerals that have an effect on symptoms.

1986年2月1日 · Kumar and Anday's patients had low plasma zinc concentrations (43, 37, and 42 µg/dL). On this basis the authors claim that edema and hypoproteinemia is a clinical presentation of zinc...

In stroke patients, zinc may serve as a potential target for protecting the BBB and reducing hemorrhage transformation, inflammation and edema. Keywords: zinc, blood-brain barrier, endothelial cells, ischemia, zinc transporter. 1. Introduction. Zinc is the second most abundant metal and serves as an essential trace element in the human body.

MeSH terms Child Edema / etiology* Humans Zinc / deficiency*Zinc deficiency and edema

1986年1月1日 · Our patients were appropriately grown, very premature infants receiving adequate protein and caloric intake who were noted to be edematous and hypoproteinemic at less than 40 weeks' postconceptional age.

2023年6月28日 · Zinc deficiency is a major health problem worldwide, especially in developing countries. Hence, it is designated by the World Health Organization as a major disease contributing factor. [5] [6] Zinc deficiency can present with growth impairment, sexual dysfunction, inflammation, gastrointestinal symptoms, or cutaneous involvement. [3]

In this paper, we aim to elucidate various methods that aid in determining the accurate placement of an ETT in neonates.