Comparison of continuous versus intermittent enteral feeding in critically ill patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Aaron J. Heffernan, C. Talekar, M. Henain, L. Purcell, M. Palmer, H. White
Critical Care
Abstract
The current meta-analysis has not identified any clinically relevant difference in most outcome measures relevant to the care of critically ill patients. However, there is a paucity of high-quality randomised controlled clinical trials to guide this decision. Therefore, clinicians may consider either dosing regimen in the context of the patient's care requirements.
Concepts
MedicineEnteral administrationParenteral nutritionMeta-analysisCritically illCochrane LibraryIntensive care medicineConstipation