A Systematic Review of Non-continuous Versus Continuous Gastric Tube Feeding and Risk of Aspiration Pneumonia, Delayed Gastric Emptying and Diarrhoea in Adults
S. Dawe & B. Tighe · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2014
Background: Enteral tube feeding (ETF), either continuous or non-continuous may be used to meet nutritional needs but is associated with risks of aspiration pneumonia, delayed gastric emptying or diarrhoea. These can have serious consequences, particularly for patients who are cr...
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