The multiple trauma victim: a nutritional cripple

Yale J Biol Med. 1986 Jul-Aug;59(4):403-7.

Abstract

Major trauma often precipitates major malnutrition. In many patients, this malnutrition underlies the morbidity and mortality associated with major injury, often leading to multiple organ failure and refractory sepsis. The clinical challenge is to anticipate these potential nutritional problems and intervene early and appropriately, recognizing that it is far easier to prevent malnutrition than it is to reverse it.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Nutrition Disorders / etiology*
  • Nutrition Disorders / prevention & control
  • Parenteral Nutrition, Total
  • Risk
  • Wounds and Injuries / complications*
  • Wounds and Injuries / diet therapy