Clinical manifestations of hypovitaminosis D, a highly prevalent disorder worldwide, include musculoskeletal disorders as well as nonclassical manifestations, such as increased risk of respiratory infections, diabetes mellitus and possibly cardiovascular diseases. This Review discusses the prevalence of hypovitaminosis D across the lifecycle, and risk factors and health outcomes associated with it in developing countries.
- Asma Arabi
- Rola El Rassi
- Ghada El-Hajj Fuleihan
