Patterns of parenteral nutrition use in the inpatient setting: A retrospective cohort study
Abstract Background Parenteral nutrition (PN) supports patients unable to absorb sufficient nutrients from their gastrointestinal tracts. Yet, information about the patterns and extent of PN's in‐hospital use is lacking. Data on this topic should provide comparison points for nutrition support teams and hospital administrators examining PN use in their
Marc Romain +7 more
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Effects of a post-acute care management program on subsequent acute care utilization for hospitalized patients discharged to skilled nursing facilities. [PDF]
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Abstract Background Obesity increases the risks and complexity of laparoscopic surgeries. Preoperative very low‐calorie diets (VLCDs) can demonstrate significant preoperative weight loss. However, the optimal VLCD duration remains unclear. Excessive loss of muscle mass associated with VLCDs may elevate surgical and postoperative risks. This study aimed
Gerald Wei Shen Wong +4 more
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Development of machine learning models to predict risk of hospitalisation and 90-day readmission among patients with cardiovascular risk factors using community health survey data. [PDF]
Nkemdirim Okere A +5 more
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Similar health economic outcomes in low-risk and high-risk malnourished inpatients as screened by the Malnutrition Screening Tool after delivery of oral nutritional supplements [PDF]
Dziadosz, Maureen +6 more
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Abstract Background Studies show increased use of home enteral nutrition (HEN) owing to its benefits. However, knowledge about the sanitary risks of handling home‐prepared formulas remains limited despite their high contamination rates. This study aimed to assess the sanitary risks in the handling of home‐prepared enteral formulations by analyzing ...
Marcelly Caroline Pires Fernandes +6 more
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How do Patient Comorbidities Influence Adult Cochlear Implant Outcomes?
Abstract Objective To evaluate the relationship between weighted comorbidity indices and post‐cochlear implant (CI) speech recognition and patient‐reported outcome measures (PROMs). Study Design Retrospective cohort. Setting Tertiary Neurotology Center.
Barak Spector +5 more
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Extended thrombotic prophylaxis in COVID-19 early discharge: A retrospective cohort study. [PDF]
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Facial Nerve Palsy in Malignant Otitis Externa Hospitalizations: Outcomes and Risk Factors
Abstract Objective To provide a description of the occurrence of facial nerve palsy in hospitalizations for malignant otitis externa and to compare the demographic characteristics, hospital traits, comorbidities, and outcomes between patients with and without palsy. Study Design Retrospective cross‐sectional database study.
Emma R. Thompson +5 more
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