What is the mortality rate for kwashiorkor and marasmus?
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Globally, severe acute malnutrition (SAM) is a major contributor to under-five mortality, with approximately one million deaths annually. This high mortality rate is tragically linked to conditions like kwashiorkor and marasmus, which are the most extreme forms of the disease. This article explores the specific mortality rates and the critical factors that influence survival outcomes for these two severe nutritional disorders.
