Early Enteral Nutrition after Abdominal Surgery / 中国普外基础与临床杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To generally analyze the current situations of clinical research and applications in early enteral nutrition (EEN) after abdominal surgery. Methods The published papers about the current situations of clinical research and applications in EEN after abdominal surgery were reviewed. Results EEN after abdominal surgery seems to be safe and effective, produces a positive nitrogen balance, keeps the integrality of structure and function of the apparatus, protects gut barrier, and reduces or prevents septic complications. Conclusion EEN may be of more benefits and will be one of the best methods of nutrition support after abdominal surgery.