Exploring the Impact of Malnutrition on Cardiovascular Health: A Combined Nursing, Nutrition, and Ultrasound Approach

Authors: Weaam A. Alabdulhai, Kholoud S. Alqassem, Maha Y. Qattan, Shatha A. Alkhamis, Wafaa A. Alkhamis, Moutaz F. Alluhaydan

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14274607

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8tnfp

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Malnutrition is a critical factor that exacerbates cardiovascular disease (CVD) outcomes, particularly among hospitalized patients. This prospective cohort study was conducted at a tertiary hospital to investigate the impact of nutritional interventions on cardiovascular health in malnourished patients with CVD. A multidisciplinary team involving nurses, clinical nutritionists, and sonographers provided individualized nutritional support, monitored nutritional status, and assessed cardiovascular function using ultrasound imaging. Significant improvements were observed in left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and left ventricular wall thickness, along with improved nutritional status. These findings emphasize the importance of early detection and management of malnutrition and highlight the value of an integrated approach in optimizing cardiovascular outcomes for malnourished patients.

Keywords: Malnutrition, Cardiovascular Disease, Nutritional Intervention, Left Ventricular Function, Multidisciplinary Care, Ultrasound Assessment, Hospitalized Patients

Paper Id: 231762

Published On: 2019-07-09

Published In: Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2019

Cite This: Exploring the Impact of Malnutrition on Cardiovascular Health: A Combined Nursing, Nutrition, and Ultrasound Approach - Weaam A. Alabdulhai, Kholoud S. Alqassem, Maha Y. Qattan, Shatha A. Alkhamis, Wafaa A. Alkhamis, Moutaz F. Alluhaydan - IJIRMPS Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2019. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.14274607

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