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Nutritional support for the oral surgery patient
The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
|June 1, 1984
Summary
Oral surgeons can provide essential nutritional support via alternative routes when the oral cavity is compromised. This paper reviews methods, feeding plans, and potential complications for nutritional management.
Area of Science:
- Oral Surgery
- Nutritional Support
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- The oral cavity is the primary entry to the alimentary tract.
- Certain medical conditions can impair oral intake, necessitating alternative nutritional support.
- Oral surgeons possess fundamental skills to manage these situations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine available techniques for alternative nutritional support.
- To review feeding regimes for various nutritional support methods.
- To discuss complications associated with different nutritional support routes.
Main Methods:
- Review of established and emerging techniques for nutritional support.
- Analysis of feeding protocols for intravenous and enteral nutrition.
- Examination of complication data from clinical literature.
Main Results:
- Intravenous and enteral routes are viable alternatives for nutritional support.
- Specific techniques and feeding regimens are detailed.
- Potential complications are identified and discussed.
Conclusions:
- Oral surgeons play a crucial role in managing nutritional support when oral intake is not feasible.
- Alternative nutritional support is essential for patients with compromised oral function.
- Understanding techniques, regimes, and complications ensures effective patient care.