The Impact of Nutritional Support and Biochemical Monitoring on Recovery in Patients with Gastrointestinal Diseases: A Radiological Perspective

Authors: Aminah K. Alanazi, Maryam H. Aldossari, Zahra A. Asiri, Ruba K. Alhammad, Bader H. Alanazi, Ali A. Almalki, Salem A. Alharbi, Maha S. Gassas, Rania A. Sharaf, Amer S. Alhumaidan

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13922765

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g769kj

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Background: Malnutrition is a common complication in patients with gastrointestinal (GI) diseases, contributing to increased morbidity and delayed recovery. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of nutritional support and biochemical monitoring on recovery outcomes, using radiological imaging to assess disease progression.
Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted over 12 months at a tertiary hospital, involving 150 patients with GI diseases. Nutritional support (enteral or parenteral nutrition), biochemical markers (albumin, prealbumin, CRP), and radiological imaging were used to monitor recovery. Data were collected at baseline, 6 months, and 12 months.
Results: Significant improvements in nutritional status were observed, with a mean BMI increase of 8.1% over 12 months. Radiological imaging showed reductions in bowel inflammation (56% to 23%) and complications like strictures and fistulas. Biochemical markers improved, with increases in serum albumin (3.0 to 3.8 g/dL, p < 0.001) and reductions in CRP (12.8 to 4.2 mg/L, p < 0.001).
Conclusion: Nutritional support combined with biochemical monitoring and radiological assessment significantly improves recovery in patients with GI diseases. A multidisciplinary approach is critical for optimizing outcomes.

Keywords: Gastrointestinal diseases, nutritional support, biochemical monitoring, radiological imaging, enteral nutrition, inflammatory bowel disease, malnutrition

Paper Id: 231321

Published On: 2023-07-27

Published In: Volume 11, Issue 4, July-August 2023

Cite This: The Impact of Nutritional Support and Biochemical Monitoring on Recovery in Patients with Gastrointestinal Diseases: A Radiological Perspective - Aminah K. Alanazi, Maryam H. Aldossari, Zahra A. Asiri, Ruba K. Alhammad, Bader H. Alanazi, Ali A. Almalki, Salem A. Alharbi, Maha S. Gassas, Rania A. Sharaf, Amer S. Alhumaidan - IJIRMPS Volume 11, Issue 4, July-August 2023. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13922765

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