Medical nutrition therapy and clinical outcomes in critically ill adults: a European multinational, prospective observational cohort study (EuroPN)
Martin Matějovič, Olivier Huet, Karolien Dams, Gunnar Elke, C. Vaquerizo Alonso, Ákos Csomós +8 more
Critical Care
Abstract
Calorie intake was mainly provided according to the targets recommended by the active ESPEN guideline, but protein intake was lower. In patients staying in ICU ≥ 5 days, early moderate daily calorie and protein intakes were associated with improved clinical outcomes. Trial registration NCT04143503 , registered on October 25, 2019.
Concepts
MedicineParenteral nutritionMechanical ventilationIntensive care unitProspective cohort studyEnteral administrationCalorieIntensive care