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[Artificial nutrition in surgery: status, current problems and perspectives].

M Heberer1, A Bodoky, R Babst

  • 1Dept. Chirurgie, Universitätsklinik Basel.

Schweizerische Rundschau Fur Medizin Praxis = Revue Suisse De Medecine Praxis
|November 19, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Parenteral and enteral nutrition safely replace oral intake for prolonged periods, treating malnutrition and cancer cachexia. Enteral feeding is preferred, especially for critically ill patients, supporting gut health and improving outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Clinical Nutrition
  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Nutrition

Context:

  • Parenteral and enteral nutrition (PEN) are vital for patients unable to consume adequate oral nutrition.
  • Malnutrition, cancer cachexia, and critical illness necessitate specialized nutritional support.
  • Perioperative nutritional interventions are crucial for surgical outcomes in malnourished individuals.

Purpose:

  • To review the safety, efficacy, and applications of parenteral and enteral nutrition.
  • To highlight the benefits of enteral nutrition, particularly in critical care.
  • To discuss future advancements in PEN and its integration with novel therapies.

Summary:

  • PEN effectively substitutes oral intake for extended durations, addressing protein-calorie malnutrition and cancer cachexia.

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  • PEN serves as a primary treatment for acute inflammatory bowel disease, short bowel syndrome, and fistulae.
  • Enteral nutrition specifically supports intestinal and mucosal-associated lymphatic tissue health, emphasizing its importance in critically ill patients.

    • Impact:

    • PEN reduces operative morbidity and mortality in malnourished surgical patients.
    • Advancements in PEN formulations and integration with growth factors/cytokines promise improved patient care in surgery, oncology, and traumatology.
    • Prioritizing enteral nutrition whenever feasible enhances recovery and outcomes, especially in critical care settings.