The Optimal Lipid Formulation in Enteral Feeding in Critical Illness: Clinical Update and Review of the Literature
- نوع فایل : کتاب
- زبان : انگلیسی
- مؤلف : Craig Munroe & David Frantz & Robert G. Martindale & Stephen A. McClave
- چاپ و سال / کشور: 2011
Description
Suitable and timely early enteral nutrition is paramount to providing optimal patient care for the critically ill. Lipids serve many essential roles throughout the human body, and are important components of most enteral formulations. This paper reviews lipid structure, function, and optimal utility for this macronutrient in enteral feeds. The use of omega–3 fatty acids has become common in critical care formulations, and their clinical efficacy is outlined separately. Available evidence is reviewed, and future directions are discussed.
Curr Gastroenterol Rep (2011) 13:368–375 DOI 10.1007/s11894-011-0203-y Published online: 21 May 2011
