Ketogenic diet in pediatric epilepsy
Phelps, SJ; Hovinga, CA; Rose, DF; Vaughn, C; Olsen-Creasy, K
| HERO ID | 4947789 |
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| In Press | No |
| Year | 1998 |
| Title | Ketogenic diet in pediatric epilepsy |
| Authors | Phelps, SJ; Hovinga, CA; Rose, DF; Vaughn, C; Olsen-Creasy, K |
| Journal | Nutrition in Clinical Practice |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue | 6 |
| Abstract | IPA COPYRIGHT: ASHP A review of the use of the ketogenic diet in the treatment of pediatric epilepsy is presented; biochemical changes secondary to this diet, the proposed mechanisms of action for the ketogenic diet, the various types of ketogenic diets, issues associated with additional nutrition and medication supplementation, including multivitamins and calcium carbonate (Caltrate 600) or calcium gluconate, the efficacy of the ketogenic diet, suggestions for the implementation, discontinuation, and monitoring of the diet, diet-associated complications, and psychosocial issues are considered. A summary of studies in the literature involving the use of ketogenic diets in pediatric patients with epilepsy is provided. |
| Is Certified Translation | No |
| Dupe Override | No |
| Is Public | Yes |
| Language Text | English |