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Area of Science:

  • Clinical Nutrition
  • Gastroenterology
  • Dietetics

Background:

  • Enteral nutrition (EN) is crucial for patients unable to meet nutritional needs orally.
  • Determining appropriate EN initiation and safe usage scenarios presents clinical challenges.
  • The American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) recognized the need for expert guidance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address critical questions regarding the indications for enteral nutrition.
  • To develop evidence-based consensus recommendations for EN use.
  • To provide a clinical guide for healthcare professionals and stakeholders.

Main Methods:

  • Formation of an expert Enteral Nutrition Committee by ASPEN.
  • Identification of eight clinically relevant questions concerning EN indications.
  • Development of consensus recommendations based on an evidence-based approach.

Main Results:

  • Establishment of consensus recommendations for enteral nutrition indications.
  • The recommendations address complex clinical scenarios for EN initiation.
  • Guidance is provided for safe and effective use of EN.

Conclusions:

  • The consensus recommendations serve as a valuable resource for clinicians.
  • These guidelines assist in making informed decisions about enteral nutrition.
  • Evidence-based practice in enteral nutrition is promoted through these recommendations.