Feeding Intolerance—A Key Factor in the Management of Acute Pancreatitis: A Review
Piotr Górski,
Agnieszka Swidnicka-Siergiejko
Abstract:Acute pancreatitis (AP) is one of the most common diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, which in 20% of cases can turn into a severe form, with mortality reaching up to 30%. One of the cornerstones of AP treatment is early nutritional treatment. Feeding intolerance (FI) occurs in up to 25% of patients with AP and is associated with a more severe disease course and poorer clinical outcome. Feeding intolerance can have a multifaceted clinical presentation. The early identification of FI risk factors and approp… Show more
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