Commercial blenderized enteral formulas containing real-food ingredients are becoming more popular and more widely available. Demographics analysis of patients receiving these formulas have rarely been evaluated, with little data available on patient tolerance.
The aim of the review was to evaluate the impact of bolus/intermittent enteral nutrition compared with continuous enteral nutrition for the following outcomes: diarrhea, constipation, emesis/vomiting, gastric residual volume, aspiration, and glycemic control in adult patients receiving intragastric prepyloric enteral nutrition in the hospital setting.
This study evaluates the effects of synbiotic treatment on the gut microbiota profile, its functional activity and on intestinal functions in long-term home enteral nutrition patients.
The review provides an overview of nutrition assessment and specific interventions for common
pediatric GI disorders including gastroesophageal reflux disease, esophageal motility disorders, and constipation.
The study aims to identify the significant outcomes of tube feeding, compare the safety, outcomes and resources used of those on a home-blended diet compared with a formula diet and assess feasibility of long-term follow-up.
Our aim was to compare three prophylactic laxative regimens on the rate of rectal tube insertion and major constipation- or diarrhea-associated complications.
The objective was to investigate a bowel management protocol on the incidence of constipation and diarrhea, levels of compliance, and the barriers associated with its use in intensive care.