Can we improve the management of inoperable malignant bowel obstruction? Results of a feasibility study of elemental diet as an alternative to parenteral nutrition in patients with advanced gynaecological cancer
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DOI: 10.1007/s00520-024-08709-7
Abstract: Nutrition support in inoperable bowel obstruction (IBO) remains challenging. Parenteral nutrition (PN) is recommended if the prognosis is > 2 months. An elemental diet (ED) is licensed for strictures in Crohn’s disease but has not been used… read more here.
Keywords: elemental diet; nutrition; bowel obstruction; parenteral nutrition ... See more keywords
Elemental diet therapy plays a significant role in preventing surgical recurrence of Crohn’s disease in the era of biologics
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DOI: 10.1007/s00595-020-02112-5
Abstract: Most patients with Crohn’s disease (CD) experience surgical recurrence. In this era of novel therapies, we conducted this study to clarify which treatments effectively decrease the risk of surgical recurrence in patients with CD. The… read more here.
Keywords: recurrence; elemental diet; surgical recurrence; therapy plays ... See more keywords
Elemental Diet as a Therapeutic Modality: A Comprehensive Review
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DOI: 10.1007/s10620-024-08543-1
Abstract: Elemental diets have been employed for the management of various diseases for over 50 years, with several mechanisms mediating their beneficial effects. Yet, they are underutilized due to poor palatability, access, cost, and lack of… read more here.
Keywords: elemental diets; review; elemental diet; diet therapeutic ... See more keywords
Outpatient Management of Partial Small Bowel Obstruction Using an Oral Palatable Elemental Diet
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DOI: 10.1007/s10620-025-09219-0
Abstract: Partial small bowel obstruction (pSBO) is often caused by intraabdominal adhesions. While lysis of adhesions can be considered, management typically involves hospitalization, bowel rest, and/or decompression. We present a case of recurrent pSBO managed as… read more here.
Keywords: bowel obstruction; small bowel; palatable elemental; partial small ... See more keywords
An Elemental Diet Enriched in Amino Acids Alters the Gut Microbial Community and Prevents Colonic Mucus Degradation in Mice with Colitis
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DOI: 10.1128/msystems.00883-22
Abstract: The prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease is rapidly increasing and has become a global burden. Several specific amino acids have been shown to benefit mucosal healing and colitis remission. ABSTRACT The role of dietary amino… read more here.
Keywords: amino acids; diet enriched; colitis; elemental diet ... See more keywords
Elemental diet preventative effects for adverse events during chemotherapy in patients with esophageal cancer - A systematic review and meta-analysis.
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DOI: 10.20960/nh.04787
Abstract: The effectiveness of an elemental diet (ED) for preventing adverse events (AEs) during chemotherapy for patients with esophageal cancer (EC) remains unclear. The aim of this meta-analysis was to comprehensively assess the efficacy of ED… read more here.
Keywords: patients esophageal; meta analysis; adverse events; analysis ... See more keywords
Pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) in children with persistent diarrhea: avoidance of elemental diet need, accessibility and costs.
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DOI: 10.6133/apjcn.082017.05
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Persistent diarrhea has been proven to cause pancreatic exocrine insufficiency, due to decreased stimulation to the pancreas caused by prolonged mucosal injury. Pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) given in conjunction to regular… read more here.
Keywords: therapy; enzyme; elemental diet; pancreatic enzyme ... See more keywords
A prospective study of nutritional supplementation for preventing oral mucositis in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.
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DOI: 10.6133/apjcn.112015.03
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Patients undergoing chemotherapy often develop distressing adverse effects such as oral mucositis and diarrhea. Nutritional support with elemental diet is effective against various gastrointestinal complications and may exert protective effects against adverse… read more here.
Keywords: chemotherapy; cancer patients; oral mucositis; elemental diet ... See more keywords