Cobalamin Deficiency - Diagnosis and Therapy

In a retrospective study with existing values of vitamin B12 and holotranscobalamin 4 strategies are simulated and the results and costs are compared. Generally, cobalamin ist substituted by intramuscular administration. However, oral preparations are also available. Aims of the focus groups are to investigate the awareness of a (potential) deficiency and to identify a therapy for best adherence.