Immune-modulating formulas: who wins the meta-analysis race?
Most agree that enteral nutrition is the ideal way to feed critically ill patients who have a functional gastrointestinal tract, but selecting the appropriate enteral formula can be difficult. Specifically, the use of immune-modulating diets has brought much excitement as well as debate. Literature to date presents both positive and potential adverse effects. To aid the clinician in the decision-making process, this article reviews the current research and recommendations regarding the use of immune-modulating diets.
NorthShore University Health System, 2650 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, USA. mworthington@NorthShore.org
Michelle Lee
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Worthington
Gail
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Cresci
D016638:Critical Illness / Q000628:therapy; D004750:Enteral Nutrition / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D056747:Immunomodulation; D007902:Length of Stay; D044342:Malnutrition / Q000517:prevention & control; D015201:Meta-Analysis as Topic; D009747:Nutritional Physiological Phenomena; D016896:Treatment Outcome