Nutrition evaluation and management of critically ill patients with COVID-19 during post-intensive care rehabilitation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Among hospitalized patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), up to 12% may require intensive care unit (ICU) management. The aim of this prospective cohort study is to assess nutrition status and outcome in patients with COVID-19 following ICU discharge.

Methods

Patients requiring a minimum of 14 days' stay in the ICU with mechanical ventilation were included. Nutrition status was assessed at inclusion (ICU discharge) and follow-up (after 15, 30, and 60 days). All patients had standardized medical nutrition therapy with defined targets regarding energy (30 kcal/kg/d) and protein intake (1.5 g/kg/d).

Results

Fifteen patients were included (67% males); the median age was 60 (33-75) years old. Body mass index at ICU admission was 25.7 (IQR, 24-31) kg/

SUBMITTER: Hoyois A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8014266 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature