A Brief Overview of the Diagnosis and Treatment of Cobalamin (B12) Deficiency
Bruce H. R. Wolffenbuttel,
Andrew McCaddon,
Kourosh R. Ahmadi
et al.
Abstract:Background: An increasing number of adult individuals are at risk of vitamin B12 deficiency, either from reduced nutritional intake or impaired gastrointestinal B12 absorption. Objective: This study aims to review the current best practices for the diagnosis and treatment of individuals with vitamin B12 deficiency. Methods: A narrative literature review of the diagnosis and treatment of vitamin B12 deficiency. Results: Prevention and early treatment of B12 deficiency is essential to avoid irreversible neurolog… Show more
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