Malnutrition after Gastrointestinal Surgery Quiz
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Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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What is Malnutrition after Gastrointestinal Surgery?
Malnutrition after gastrointestinal surgery refers to the insufficient intake of calories or essential nutrients needed post-surgery. This can result from an inability to eat and increased stress and energy demands on the body. Malnourishment can hinder mobility and prolong recovery.
Typical Symptoms of Malnutrition after Gastrointestinal Surgery
History of stomach surgery
History of surgery to remove part of the intestines
Impression edema
Losing consciousness
History of gallbladder removal
Swelling of the arms or hands
Greasy stools that float, associated with problems with digestion
Heartburn; painful burning feeling in the chest or throat
Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Malnutrition after Gastrointestinal Surgery
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
Did you have gastric resection surgery?
Have you ever had bowel surgery?
Have you temporarily lost consciousness?
Have you had gallbladder removal surgery?
Are you experiencing heartburn?
Treatmentof Malnutrition after Gastrointestinal Surgery
Nutrition supplementation is available in the form of pills, or it can be provided through a feeding tube or intravenous (IV) line. Dietary changes are also necessary.
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References
Fukatsu K. Role of nutrition in gastroenterological surgery. Ann Gastroenterol Surg. 2019 Feb 25;3(2):160-168. doi: 10.1002/ags3.12237. PMID: 30923785; PMCID: PMC6422822.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6422822/
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Reviewed By:
Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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