Osmolality in oral supplements drives ileostomy output: defining the Goldilocks zone

Patients with an ileostomy often have impaired quality of life, sodium depletion, secondary hyperaldosteronism, and other organ-specific pathologies. The osmolality of oral supplements influences ileostomy output and increases sodium loss. We hypothesized the existence of an osmolality range in which fluid absorption and secondary natriuresis are optimal.

Source: Clinical Nutrition ESPEN - March 14, 2024 Category: Nutrition Authors: Josephine Quist, Charlotte Lock Rud, Karen Frumer, Mette Julsgaard, Simon Mark Dahl Baunwall, Christian Lodberg Hvas Tags: Original article Source Type: research