Enteral Nutrition Prescription in Children and Adults with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: Gaps in Current Gastroenterology Practice in Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Evidence for the effectiveness of enteral nutrition (EN) for the management of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is well-established. However, there is considerable global variation in EN practices. This study aimed to characterize the practices and perceptions of gastroenterologists regarding the use of EN in patients with IBD in one of the largest countries in the Gulf region.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted on pediatric and adult gastroenterologists working in Saudi Arabia who are involved in IBD management. A self-administered web-based survey was distributed via social media platforms and mailing lists of national gastroenterology societies.

Results

A total of 80 gastroenterologists completed the survey. However, only 55 repo

SUBMITTER: Ajabnoor SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9824199 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature