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COVID, the Gut, and Nutritional Implications
Thomas J Herron1, Sandra M Farach1, Rocco M Russo2
1Division of Acute Care and Trauma Surgery, University of South Florida, 2 Tampa General Circle, Tampa, FL 33606 USA.
Current Surgery Reports
|February 23, 2023
Summary
This review covers nutritional management for COVID-19, emphasizing early enteral nutrition for critically ill patients. Future research should explore long-term outcomes and micronutrient roles in COVID-19 recovery.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Science
- Infectious Diseases
- Critical Care Medicine
Background:
- COVID-19 infection poses significant risks for complications and poor outcomes, particularly in critically ill individuals.
- Malnutrition is a key concern in severe COVID-19 cases, necessitating focused screening, prevention, and treatment strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current literature, recommendations, and practice guidelines for nutritional management in COVID-19.
- To highlight the implications of nutritional status on COVID-19 outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing studies, recommendations, and practice guidelines.
- Synthesis of evidence regarding nutritional support in critically ill COVID-19 patients.
Main Results:
- Early enteral nutrition has been shown to be safe and well-tolerated in patients with severe COVID-19 infection.
- Effective nutritional management is crucial for mitigating complications and improving outcomes in critically ill COVID-19 patients.
Conclusions:
- Future research should investigate long-term nutritional outcomes post-COVID-19.
- Further studies are needed on nutritional recommendations for special populations, guideline-based nutrition therapy, and the role of micronutrient supplementation in COVID-19.
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