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ReviewWorld journal of nephrology2024

Vitamin B12 deficiency in dialysis patients: risk factors, diagnosis, complications, and treatment: A comprehensive review.

Ghada Araji, Praneeth R Keesari, Varun Chowdhry, Jonathan Valsechi-Diaz, Sarah Afif, Wassim Diab, Suzanne El-Sayegh

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Review in World journal of nephrology, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 9 papers.

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3 · Its place in the literature

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9 citing papers in PubMed.

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  5. Microbiota-gut-kidney axis in health and renal disease.International journal of biological sciences · 2026
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5 · Who and what money

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7 authors.

Ghada ArajiDepartment of Internal Medicine, Northwell Health-Staten Island University Hospital, Staten Island, NY 10305, United States. garaji@northwell.edu.
Praneeth R KeesariDepartment of Internal Medicine, Northwell Health-Staten Island University Hospital, Staten Island, NY 10305, United States.
Varun ChowdhryDepartment of Internal Medicine, Northwell Health-Staten Island University Hospital, Staten Island, NY 10305, United States.
Jonathan Valsechi-DiazDepartment of Internal Medicine, Northwell Health-Staten Island University Hospital, Staten Island, NY 10305, United States.
Sarah AfifDepartment of Internal Medicine, CUNY School of Medicine, New York, NY 10031, United States.
Wassim DiabDepartment of Internal Medicine, Northwell Health-Staten Island University Hospital, Staten Island, NY 10305, United States.
Suzanne El-SayeghDepartment of Nephrology, Northwell Health-Staten Island University Hospital, Staten Island, NY 10305, United States.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Vitamin B12 deficiency is a significant concern among patients with end-stage renal disease undergoing dialysis. However, there hasn't been extensive research conducted on this particular patient group. The reported incidence rates vary widely, ranging from 20% to 90%, reflecting the complexity of its diagnosis. Dialysis patients often face multiple nutritional deficiencies, including a lack of essential vitamins, due to factors such as dietary restrictions, impaired absorption, and nutrient loss during dialysis. Diagnosing vitamin B12 deficiency in these patients is challenging, and addressing it is crucial to prevent complications and improve their overall quality of life. This review paper delves into the available body of evidence on vitamin B12 deficiency in dialysis patients, examining the contributing risk factors, diagnostic challenges, potential complications, and available treatment options. It provides a well-rounded perspective on the topic, making it a valuable resource for researchers, healthcare practitioners, and policymakers interested in addressing the nutritional needs of dialysis patients.

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ComplicationsDiagnostic challengesDialysisRisk factorsTreatmentVitamin B12 deficiency

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PMID39723360
PMCPMC11572648

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