Beriberi (Thiamine Deficiency) and High Infant Mortality in Northern Laos

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Authors

B. Hubert · Institut Pasteur du Cambodge

Khouanheuan Sengkhamyong · Centre d’Infectiologie Christophe Mérieux of Laos

Jean Pascal René · Centre d’Infectiologie Christophe Mérieux of Laos

Maniphet Phimmasane · Centre d’Infectiologie Christophe Mérieux of Laos

Abstract

Thiamine deficiency may be a major cause of infant mortality among ethnic groups in northern Laos. Mothers' and children's symptoms are compatible with thiamine deficiency. The severity of this nutritional situation requires urgent attention in Laos.

Topics & Keywords

Alcoholism and Thiamine Deficiency Infectious Encephalopathies and Encephalitis Vitamin K Research Studies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: PLoS neglected tropical diseases

Volume 9, Issue 3, pp. e0003581-e0003581

DOI: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0003581

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