Enteral Feeding in Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis - 22/08/11
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Nutrition support is an essential part of the management of acute and chronic pancreatitis. In the past, parenteral nutrition has been used to allow pancreatic rest while providing nutrition support to patients who have acute pancreatitis. Evidence from randomized, controlled trials, however, suggests that enteral nutrition is as effective as and is safer and cheaper than parenteral nutrition. Observational studies also have demonstrated a benefit in patients who have chronic pancreatitis.
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Vol 17 - N° 4
P. 747-764 - octobre 2007 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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