title: Branched-chain amino acid support of stressed patients.
abstract: Branched-chain amino acid-enriched formulas have been evaluated in a number of clinical trials. The efficacy of these solutions in the management of stressed patients is controversial. This review discusses the proposed benefits of the branched-chain amino acid-fortified solutions and summarizes prospective clinical trials regarding their use in stressed patients. A cost comparison is also included.
authors.affiliation: School of Medicine, University of Missouri-Kansas City 64108.
authors.forename: J C
authors.initials: JC
authors.lastname: Oki
authors.forename: P G
authors.initials: PG
authors.lastname: Cuddy
mesh_terms: D000597:Amino Acids, Branched-Chain / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D004734:Energy Metabolism / Q000187:drug effects; D006801:Humans; D013312:Stress, Physiological / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000378:metabolism
chemical_list: D000597:Amino Acids, Branched-Chain