Malnutrition (Childhood)
Uganda2023
Clinical management of Malnutrition (Childhood) in Uganda
Uganda Clinical Guidelines 2023 · all from source →
Pediatric
Treatment
1.
Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) - Complicated
Oedema, MUAC <115mm, or WFH <-3 z-score AND medical complication. Give 1st dose antibiotics and refer URGENTLY.
2.
SAM - Uncomplicated
MUAC <115mm or WFH <-3 z-score AND able to finish RUTF. Give oral Amoxicillin for 5 days + RUTF.
3.
Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM)
MUAC 115-125mm or WFH -3 to -2 z-score. Assess feeding and counsel mother.
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