Publications by authors named "Diana-Mihaela Sandu"
Background: 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] deficiency is a global health concern, particularly in pediatric populations, with implications for musculoskeletal health and overall well-being. This study aimed to evaluate serum 25(OH)D levels in a pediatric population and assess the prevalence of deficiency and insufficiency.
Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on data from 741 pediatric patients (2-17 years old) who visited an urban hospital for children for acute respiratory and gastrointestinal conditions in the span of 2 years.