| Literature DB >> 16210148 |
Kalman Holdy1, Walter Dembitsky, Laura L Eaton, Suzanne Chillcott, Marcia Stahovich, Brad Rasmusson, Francis Pagani.
Abstract
Nutrition evaluation and support is an integral component of left ventricular assist device (LVAD) therapy. Malnutrition in the LVAD patient contributes to a host of post-operative problems, such as infection and limited functional capacity, which compromise long-term outcomes. Comprehensive pre-operative evaluation of the LVAD patient should include a nutrition assessment and formalized plan to initiate and advance nutrition support while addressing the metabolic imbalances associated with heart failure. An interdisciplinary approach, including a nutrition support team, is desirable to manage these patients effectively. This article reviews essential aspects regarding nutrition management of these patients.Entities:
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Year: 2005 PMID: 16210148 DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2004.11.047
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Heart Lung Transplant ISSN: 1053-2498 Impact factor: 10.247