Nutritional requirements after bariatric surgery.

Gordana Bosnic

Journal: Critical care nursing clinics of North America 2015;26(2):255-62

PMID: 24878210

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Abstract

This article presents an overview of postoperative nutritional requirements and goals following bariatric surgery. It summarizes current diet progression and nutrient intake guidelines geared toward optimizing weight loss and maintaining adequate nutritional status, nutrient absorption, as well as hydration. The article further emphasizes the importance of postoperative follow-up with a bariatric multidisciplinary team for appropriate postoperative care, diet management, and nutrient deficiency screenings.

Address: Food and Nutrition Department, Winchester Hospital, 41 Highland Avenue, Winchester, MA 01890, USA. Electronic address: [email protected].

DOI: 10.1016/j.ccell.2014.02.002

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MeSH Terms: Bariatric Surgery, Humans, Nutritional Requirements, Postoperative Care, Postoperative Complications