Nutritional Management of the Surgical Patient: A Comprehensive Guide

Optimize patient diet and nutrition with this evidence-based guide, providing a thorough overview of nutritional and dietary therapies for surgical patients.

Comprehensive Coverage of Surgical Nutrition

Nutritional Management of the Surgical Patient takes clinicians through every stage of surgery, from pre-operative and immediate post-operative care to long-term recovery and survivorship. This book explores the impact of surgical procedures and their complications on nutritional status, as well as the nutritional strategies used to manage patients in these settings.

Real-World Applications with Case Studies

The textbook features case studies that capture both typical patients and unusual cases, helping clinicians understand the impact of nutrition in various circumstances. These real-world examples provide valuable insights into the effects of nutritional interventions on patient outcomes.

Supporting Underpinning Knowledge

The book also details a range of surgical procedures, supporting underpinning knowledge of the mechanisms behind nutritional intervention. This comprehensive approach ensures that healthcare professionals have a thorough understanding of the role of nutrition in surgical care.

Key Features and Benefits

• Consideration of both short- and long-term nutritional management in each chapter
• Discussion of potential long-term complications, such as small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, bile acid diarrhea, micronutrient deficiencies, and osteoporosis
• Questions to support consolidation of knowledge and promote understanding in clinical context

Nutritional Management of the Surgical Patient is an essential resource for surgeons, surgical dietitians, trainees, and all healthcare professionals involved in the care of surgical patients.

Product Details

• Publisher: Wiley
• Publication Date: August 7, 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9781119809098, 9781119809104