Nutrition and the gastrointestinal tract [PDF]
In this year’s issue, we again have a high-calibre collection of topical reviews. Gracie and Ford commence with an assessment of the role of symbiotics (i.e. probiotics and prebiotics given together) in patients with irritable bowel syndrome.
Correia, M. Isabel T.D.+1 more
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ABSTRACT Background The Vitom Eagle is a novel exoscopic system, specifically designed for transoral surgery (e.g., lateral oropharyngectomy). No prior study has compared it to existing surgical systems. Methods This case report examines a patient affected by HPV‐related oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma treated with transoral lateral ...
Filippo Marchi+4 more
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Objective To investigate the effect of early enteral nutrition combined with parenteral nutrition on patients received pancreaticoduodenectomy. Methods A retrospective analysis of 222 patients who underwent pancreaticoduodenectomy at Nanjing Drum Tower
PAN Jun-ping, WU Ya-fu, ZHU Xin-hua
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Total parenteral nutrition and carnitine supplementation practices in preterm neonates - results of a national survey [PDF]
Thesis (M.A.)--Boston UniversityBackground: The goal of postnatal total parenteral nutrition (TPN) in premature neonates (PT) is to mimic the intrauterine environment of the fetus. Micronutrients are essential for optimal development.
Khalid, Sabeen
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Hot topics in parenteral nutrition. Current evidence and ongoing trials on the use of glutamine in critically-ill patients and patients undergoing surgery [PDF]
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Alison Avenell+7 more
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Abstract Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is a very effective method in the treatment of dehiscent, infected, and non‐healing wounds. Difficult wound healing occurs especially in late pregnancy due to the rapid enlargement of the uterus and the constantly increasing tension of the entire abdominal wall.
Jan Zapletal+6 more
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Central Venous Catheter Complications during Home Parenteral Nutrition: A Prospective Pilot Study of 481 Patients with More than 30,000 Catheter Days [PDF]
Background: Home parenteral nutrition (HPN) has been shown to delay deterioration in cancer patients with malnutrition. Its risk-benefit ratio, however, is determined by the threat of central venous catheter (CVC) complications.
Arnold, Dirk+4 more
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FIGO guideline on liver disease and pregnancy
Abstract The number of women entering pregnancy with chronic liver disease is rising. Gestational liver disorders affect 3% of the pregnant population. Both can be associated with significant maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. European guidance has recently been published to inform management.
Melanie Nana+24 more
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Nutritional and Post-Transplantation Outcomes of Enteral versus Parenteral Nutrition in Pediatric Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Systematic Review of Randomized and Nonrandomized Studies [PDF]
Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) involves the administration of chemotherapy followed by the infusion of donor stem cells. After treatment, children can consequently experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, and mucositis, which ...
Evans, J. C.+2 more
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The impact and management of hyperemesis gravidarum: Current and future perspectives
Abstract Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a severe form of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy affecting around 1%–3% of pregnancies worldwide and is the most common reason for hospital admission in early pregnancy. HG can have lasting consequences for both pregnant individuals and their offspring.
L. M. van der Minnen+4 more
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