Zinc deficiency – SBS — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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A 3-year-old with SBS on TPN develops perioral/perineal dermatitis, alopecia, diarrhoea, and poor wound healing. What trace element deficiency?

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Correct answer: B — Zinc deficiency

Perioral and acral dermatitis, alopecia, diarrhoea, poor wound healing is zinc deficiency – acrodermatitis enteropathica-like presentation.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2023 – SBS CPG