JPEN. Journal of parenteral and enteral nutrition
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JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr · Mar 2017
Randomized Controlled TrialClinical Trial of Vitamin D2 vs D3 Supplementation in Critically Ill Pediatric Burn Patients.
Hypovitaminosis D exists postburn. However, evidence-based guidelines for vitamin D repletion are unknown. This investigation examined differences between D2 and D3 supplementation on outcome in children with burn injuries. ⋯ The high incidence of low serum D25 levels 1 year following serious thermal injury indicates prolonged compromise. Continued treatment with vitamin D3 beyond the acute phase postburn is recommended to counteract the trajectory of abnormal serum levels and associated morbidity.