date:Sep 22, 2012
t possible. Subsequently their condition becomes worse and their complications are increased, said Professor Alessandro Laviano, chairman of the Educational and Clinical Practice Committee of ESPEN.
Malnutrition is not seen as a priority in patients; their underlying pathologies take priority. We need to realise that without proper nutrition, malnutrition will lead to increased complications and longer recovery times amongst patients.
In every other walk of life, the emphasis is placed on losi