[Problems in parenteral nutrition and metabolic support for burned patients]

Abstract

Four problems in parenteral nutrition and metabolic support for burns were discussed in this paper. They were: 1. Estimation of the nutrition requirement, especially energy and protein requirements for burned patients. 2. Selection of the macronutrients for parenteral nutrition with burns. 3. Principles of the prescription of parenteral nutrition. 4. Experiences of parenteral nutrition for burned patients. Because of the safety, effectiveness and convenience, the importance and advantage of peripheral parenteral nutrition were emphasized. Some advances in this field were discussed.