Severe malnutrition is indicated by which of the following features
Correct Answer: Loss of buccal pad of fat
Description: The contour of atrophic muscles is evident under the thin and wrinkled skin.Loose folds of skin are prominent over the glutei and the inner side of the thigh.The buccal pad of fat is preserved till the malnutrition becomes extreme.The skin appears dry and scaly. Ref: Page 104, Ghai essential pediatrics; 6th edition
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