Abstract:The increase of bariatric surgery patients implies that more of them will present to intensive care units with altered gastrointestinal anatomy. Intensive care unit patients who have a history of recent or previous bariatric surgery comprise a unique population for conducting nutritional assessments and developing nutrition care plans. An assumption that such patients can automatically be assigned to guidelines intended for critically ill obese patients is problematic. Limited research exists to define appropr… Show more
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