Scurvy: A case report of rare orthopaedic complications associated with multi-nutritional deficiencies

Suboptimal nutrition can lead to deficiencies in micronutrients such as ascorbic acid (vitamin C), which can present with catastrophic neurological sequalae. Deficiencies of vitamin C, vitamin B3 (niacin) and zinc levels contribute to reduced bone density. Vitamin C associated vertebral fractures al...

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Published in:European journal of case reports in internal medicine 2022-11
Main Authors: Carroll, Melissa, Yoon, Joseph, Elliott, Patrick
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Suboptimal nutrition can lead to deficiencies in micronutrients such as ascorbic acid (vitamin C), which can present with catastrophic neurological sequalae. Deficiencies of vitamin C, vitamin B3 (niacin) and zinc levels contribute to reduced bone density. Vitamin C associated vertebral fractures although rare in adults, are still treatable if diagnosed early with a thorough clinical and nutritional history and early supplementation.  Radiological clues suggestive of scurvy induced vertebral fractures can be diagnosed on plain X-ray and MRI spine imaging.
ISSN:2284-2594
2284-2594
DOI:10.12890/2022_003359