Diseases
Total parenteral nutrition
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Overview
Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is when the IV administered nutrition is the only source of nutrition the patient is receiving. Total parenteral nutrition is indicated when there is impaired gastrointestinal function and contraindications to enteral nutrition.
Symptoms
- indication not a disease
Causes
- indication not a disease
Risk factors
- indication not a disease
Diagnosis
- indication not a disease
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is Total parenteral nutrition?
Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is when the IV administered nutrition is the only source of nutrition the patient is receiving. Total parenteral nutrition is indicated when there is impaired gastrointestinal function and contraindications to enteral nutrition.
What are the symptoms of Total parenteral nutrition?
indication not a disease
What causes Total parenteral nutrition?
indication not a disease
Which medicines are used for Total parenteral nutrition?
amino acids-lipids-glucose-electorlytes
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