Long-term parenteral nutrition

Intestinal failure (IF) is a term applied when intestinal function becomes insufficient to allow adequate absorption of fluid, electrolytes, or nutrients required for normal growth and survival. The development of parenteral nutrition (PN) as a treatment modality has greatly improved the outcome for children with IF and has contributed to improved outcomes in neonates and children from intensive care settings. Home parenteral nutrition (HPN) is central to the care of patients when IF is expected to last for more than 3 –6 months.

Source: Paediatrics and Child Health - July 9, 2019 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Sue Protheroe Tags: Symposium: nutrition Source Type: research