Abstract
Nutritional support early during the postoperative period or after onset of illness decreases the
mortality rate and shortens the duration of hospitalization of dogs and cats. The preferred feeding
route is dependent on the condition of the patient. If there are no contraindications, every patient
must receive nutritional support, at least consistent with the resting energy requirement (RER).
Several nutrients may be beneficial during healing and recovery from illness or surgery, but further
research is needed to empirically certify the effects of these nutrients in critically ill patients.
mortality rate and shortens the duration of hospitalization of dogs and cats. The preferred feeding
route is dependent on the condition of the patient. If there are no contraindications, every patient
must receive nutritional support, at least consistent with the resting energy requirement (RER).
Several nutrients may be beneficial during healing and recovery from illness or surgery, but further
research is needed to empirically certify the effects of these nutrients in critically ill patients.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 44 |
Number of pages | 57 |
Journal | Open Journal of Veterinary Medicine |
Volume | 4 |
Publication status | Published - Apr 2014 |