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iodine and Xerophthalmia

iodine has been researched along with Xerophthalmia in 4 studies

Iodine: A nonmetallic element of the halogen group that is represented by the atomic symbol I, atomic number 53, and atomic weight of 126.90. It is a nutritionally essential element, especially important in thyroid hormone synthesis. In solution, it has anti-infective properties and is used topically.
diiodine : Molecule comprising two covalently bonded iodine atoms with overall zero charge..

Xerophthalmia: Dryness of the eye surfaces caused by deficiency of tears or conjunctival secretions. It may be associated with vitamin A deficiency, trauma, or any condition in which the eyelids do not close completely.

Research

Studies (4)

TimeframeStudies, this research(%)All Research%
pre-19902 (50.00)18.7374
1990's2 (50.00)18.2507
2000's0 (0.00)29.6817
2010's0 (0.00)24.3611
2020's0 (0.00)2.80

Authors

AuthorsStudies
Wolde-Gebriel, Z1
West, CE1
Gebru, H1
Tadesse, AS1
Fisseha, T1
Gabre, P1
Aboye, C1
Ayana, G1
Hautvast, JG1
Ebrahim, GJ1
Truswell, AS1
Rao, KS1
Khan, L1

Other Studies

4 other studies available for iodine and Xerophthalmia

ArticleYear
Interrelationship between vitamin A, iodine and iron status in schoolchildren in Shoa Region, central Ethiopia.
    The British journal of nutrition, 1993, Volume: 70, Issue:2

    Topics: Adolescent; Age Distribution; Anemia, Hypochromic; Child; Ethiopia; Female; Goiter; Hematocrit; Hemo

1993
Nutrition into the 1990's.
    Journal of tropical pediatrics, 1991, Volume: 37, Issue:2

    Topics: Africa; Child; Child Nutrition Disorders; Humans; India; Iodine; Xerophthalmia

1991
ABC of nutrition. Malnutrition in the Third World--II.
    British medical journal (Clinical research ed.), 1985, Aug-31, Volume: 291, Issue:6495

    Topics: Adolescent; Adult; Child; Developing Countries; Female; Goiter, Endemic; Health Education; Humans; I

1985
Basal energy metabolism in protein-calorie malnutrition and vitamin A deficiency.
    The American journal of clinical nutrition, 1974, Volume: 27, Issue:8

    Topics: Basal Metabolism; Blood Proteins; Body Surface Area; Body Weight; Child, Preschool; Diet Therapy; Di

1974