What is the cause of Keshan disease in children?

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Keshan disease (KD) is a kind of endemic cardiomyopathy with unknown etiology and myocardial injury in China. It was first found in Keshan County of Heilongjiang Province in 1935, so it is called Keshan disease. It is prevalent in Northeast, southwest and Central South of China. Its main clinical manifestation is acute or chronic heart failure, accompanied by various arrhythmias. What is the cause of Keshan disease in children? Next, I'd like to share my views with you.

What is the cause of Keshan disease in children?

At present, the specific cause of Keshan disease has not been fully elucidated. In some special areas, it is considered that it is closely related to the chemical composition of water, soil and grain. The current research has confirmed that it is related to the lack of certain trace elements,

For example, severe selenium and molybdenum deficiency may lead to Keshan disease in children, which may be caused by the lack of special nutrients, leading to myocardial ischemia and hypoxia. In addition, nitrite or barium poisoning may also lead to Keshan disease in children.

Overall, the exact cause and mechanism of Keshan disease in children have not been fully elucidated. The main consideration is the regional differences, the lack of certain trace elements, or the abnormality of some components, such as nitrite or barium poisoning, may lead to Keshan disease in children.

matters needing attention

We should carry out mass prevention and treatment, improve environmental sanitation, improve water quality and crops, and improve diet and living conditions. The predisposing factors include prevention and treatment of intestinal and respiratory tract infections, avoidance of overheating, supercooling or overwork, and prevention of overeating and mental stimulation.