Malnutrition After Gastrointestinal Surgery Quiz
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Content updated on Nov 26, 2023
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.
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
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?
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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