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23(6) Nutrition Management of Children with Rett Syndrome: An update
With the identification of the “Rett gene” in 1999, much has been learned in the last decade about the etiology and diagnosis of Rett Syndrome (RTT). RTT, first described in 1966 by Andreas Rett, is now considered a neurodevelopmental disorder, … Continue reading
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Tagged feeding, fluid, GI, growth, growth charts, ketogenic diet, nutrition management, oral health, reflux, resources, rett syndrome, RTT, supplements, VitalStim, VNS
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22(2) Nutrition Considerations for Children with Seizure Disorders
Seizure disorders and epilepsy that occur in childhood are illnesses which can have a profound influence on cognitive development. Medical intervention is essential to preserve cognitive function, and to stop seizures. These interventions in turn present the registered dietitian (RD) … Continue reading
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Tagged calories, energy, epilepsy, family centered care, feeding, fluid, ketogenic diet, medication interactions, medications, protein, seizure disorders, team members, VNS
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