Article
Effects of parenteral and enteral nutrition on gut-associated lymphoid tissue.
The Journal of trauma - 1 Jul 1995
Li J, Kudsk K A, Gocinski B, Dent D, Glezer J, Langkamp-Henken B
Abstract excerpt
Changes in mucosal defense have been implicated as important factors affecting infections complications in critically ill patients. To study the effects of nutrient administration on gut-associated lymphatic tissue (GALT), ICR mice were randomized to receive chow plus intravenous saline, intravenous feeding of a total parenteral nutrition (TPN) solution, or enteral feeding of the same TPN solution. In a second...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
