Dermatol. praxi. 2025;19(1):16-22

Vitamin D and its clinical applications

prof. MUDr. Michal Kršek, DrSc., MBA, FEFIM
III. interní klinika - klinika endokrinologie a metabolismu
Lékařská fakulta, Univerzita Karlova a Všeobecná fakultní nemocnice v Praze

The article reviews current knowledge about vitamin D from the clinical point of view. The basic facts about its forms, physiological effects and metabolism are summarized. From clinical point of view the article deals with the state of supply of vitamin D, vitamin D deficiency and its clinical signs, symptoms and therapy. In paragraphs devoted to the treatment the current knowledge about forms of vitamin D, their indication, doses and dosage regimens are summarized.

Keywords: vitamin D, deficiency, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment.

Published: April 17, 2025  Show citation

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