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Content updated on Nov 26, 2023

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.

Symptoms of malnutrition after gastrointestinal surgery

  • History of stomach surgery

  • History of surgery to remove part of the intestines

  • Diarrhea

  • Greasy stools that float, associated with problems with digestion

  • History of gallbladder removal

Questions your doctor may ask to check for malnutrition after gastrointestinal surgery

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose malnutrition after gastrointestinal surgery

  • Have you had surgery to remove part of the stomach? (Gastric resection surgery)

  • Have you ever had bowel surgery?

  • Do you have loose stools or diarrhea?

  • Do you have greasy and smelly stools?

  • Have you ever had gallbladder removal surgery?

Treatment for 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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  • Diarrhea

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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