Immunonutrition in Acute Geriatric Care: Clinical Outcomes, Inflammatory Profiles, and Immune Responses.

ABSTRACT:

Background and aims

Malnutrition is common in acutely ill geriatric patients, worsening immune function and clinical outcomes. Immunonutrition, containing nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, arginin and glutamine, may improve recovery in this population. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of immunonutrition on clinical outcomes, inflammatory markers, and immune responses in frail, hospitalized older adults.

Methods

This is a retrospective observational study. In total, 36 subjects, during hospitalization, received either an immunonutrition formula or isoproteic and isocaloric enteral nutrition. The primary outcome was the length of hospital stay (LOS), with secondary outcomes focused on inflammatory cytokines and immune parameters within a week of hospitalization.

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SUBMITTER: Boccardi V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11644052 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature