Cresci G, Hummell AC, Raheem SA, Cole D. Nutrition intervention in the critically ill cardiothoracic patient.
Nutr Clin Pract 2012;
27:323-34. [PMID:
22516943 DOI:
10.1177/0884533612444135]
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Abstract
Despite acute myocardial infarction and cardiac surgery accounting for 2 of the most common reasons patients are admitted to the intensive care unit, little attention and investigation have been directed specifically for these patients. This patient population therefore deserves special attention as they are often malnourished but require emergent interventions, making nutrition intervention challenging. This article reviews current medical interventions implemented in critically ill cardiothoracic patients and discusses evidence-based nutrition therapy, including enteral and parenteral feeding, glycemic control, and antioxidant provision.
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