Correction of vitamin E deficiency with fat-soluble versus water-miscible preparations of vitamin E in patients with cystic fibrosis.

Nasr, S Z; O'Leary, M H; Hillermeier, C · J Pediatr · 1993

rct · Level II

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Abstract

Of 27 patients with cystic fibrosis, 17 had levels of alpha-tocopherol more than 2 SD below the mean. Patients were randomly given either a water-miscible form of vitamin E or a fat-soluble form for 6 months. Either form was effective in achieving normal serum levels; the fat-soluble supplement has a significant cost advantage.

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