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Nitrogen Balance and Electrolyte Requirements in Intralipid‐Based Hyperalimentation
Author(s) -
Van Way Charles W.,
Buerk Charles A.,
Peterson Rod,
Dresler Carolyn
Publication year - 1979
Publication title -
journal of parenteral and enteral nutrition
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.935
H-Index - 98
eISSN - 1941-2444
pISSN - 0148-6071
DOI - 10.1177/014860717900300314
Subject(s) - calorie , regimen , nitrogen balance , parenteral nutrition , electrolyte , medicine , intensive care medicine , balance (ability) , nitrogen , chemistry , physical therapy , organic chemistry , electrode
The present study was directed at determining whether or not a relatively low‐calorie regimen in which 40 to 50% of the calories are provided as fat will produce positive nitrogen balance in most patients, and at establishing the electrolyte requirements for such a regimen. Clearly, the recommended regimen is successful in promoting nitrogen balance and provides adequate electrolytes. Further experience will be necessary to determine the place of intravenous fat emulsions in the clinical practice of total parenteral nutrition.