Evaluating risk factors for protein-energy malnutrition in children under the age of six years: a case-control study from Iran

摘要

Introduction:Protein-energy malnutrition is one of the most important public health problems in Iran. It not only accounts for more than half of child mortality but can also produce somatic and mental impairment in survivors. The main aim of this study was to identify risk factors for protein-energy malnutrition in children under 6 years of age in Namin city.