Perioperative nutritional status thought to be important, but poorly understood.

Reza FiroozabadiTara J TaylorNavin FernandoJoseph R HsuDaniel StinnerWilliam ObremskeyRenan C Castillonull null

Published in: European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie (2024)

While orthopedic traumatologists believe nutrition is an important determinant of patient outcomes, this study shows a clear lack of consensus and variability in practice regarding nutrition among surgeons. Orthopedic trauma surgeons need specific guidelines on how to assess and treat malnutrition in trauma patients.

Keyphrases

trauma patients
quality improvement
physical activity
clinical practice
healthcare
primary care
thoracic surgery
cardiac surgery
patients undergoing