Journal article
Protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis investigating the impact of continuous versus intermittent enteral feeding in critically ill patients
Abstract
IntroductionEnteral nutrition (EN) is the recommended nutritional support in most critically ill populations. When given by feeding tube, EN may be administered either continuously or intermittently. It is unclear which approach is superior in reducing gastrointestinal complications—such as diarrhea—and meeting nutritional targets. The main objectives of this systematic review and meta-analysis are to (1) determine whether continuous or …
Authors
Acharya LS; Clayton AM; Mbuagbaw L; Oczkowski S; Rochwerg B; Tsang J; Campbell K; Dearness K; Dionne JC
Journal
Systematic Reviews, Vol. 13, No. 1,
Publisher
Springer Nature
DOI
10.1186/s13643-024-02652-8
ISSN
2046-4053