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ArticleHuman nutrition & metabolism2026

Growth outcomes and nutrient adequacy in children with disabilities in the West Bank: Associations with disability severity and socioeconomic factors.

Radwan Qasrawi, Suliman Thwib, Ghada Issa, Rand Al Taweel, Razan AbuGhoush, Malak Amro, Hazem Agha, Diala Abu Al-Halaweh, Haneen Al Taweel, Reema Tayyem and 1 more

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Radwan QasrawiDepartment of Computer Science, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine.
Suliman ThwibDepartment of Computer Science, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine.
Ghada IssaDepartment of Computer Science, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine.
Rand Al TaweelThe Center of Technology and Innovation, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine.
Razan AbuGhoushThe Center of Technology and Innovation, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine.
Malak AmroDepartment of Computer Science, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine.
Hazem AghaSchool of Public Health, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine.
Diala Abu Al-HalawehDepartment of Medicine, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine.
Haneen Al TaweelSchool of Public Health, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem, Palestine.
Reema TayyemDepartment of Nutrition and Food Technology, University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan.
Ayoub JawaldehRegional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean, World Health Organization, Cairo Governorate, Egypt.

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Background: Children with disabilities are at increased risk of nutritional inadequacy, yet data from resource-constrained settings are limited. This study examined the association between disability severity, etiology, socioeconomic and demographic factors, and nutritional status among children with disabilities in the West Bank, Palestine. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 118 children with disabilities aged 6 to 18 years. Disability severity was assessed using the Disability Rating Scale. Anthropometric status was evaluated using World Health Organization (WHO) Z-scores, and dietary intake was assessed using two 24-h recalls and a semi-quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire. Nutrient adequacy and the Mean Adequacy Ratio were calculated relative to dietary reference standards. Results: Micronutrient inadequacy was widespread, with vitamin A and vitamin D intake below recommended levels in all participants and calcium inadequacy exceeding 95%. Inadequate micronutrient intake was more common among adolescents (57.1%) and low-income households (46.2%). Stunting was more frequent among younger children (51.2%) and those in institutional care (34.1% vs. 14.3%). Disability severity was significantly associated with BMI-for-age (F = 14.455, p < 0.001) and height-for-age (F = 5.149, p = 0.025). Energy (χ Conclusion: Children with disabilities in the West Bank face substantial micronutrient inadequacy, with nutritional risk associated with functional severity and socioeconomic context. Integration of routine nutritional screening within disability services is warranted to address critical nutrient gaps and support growth and functional outcomes.

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AnthropometryChildhood disabilityDisability severityMicronutrient inadequacyNutritional statusSocioeconomic factors

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