Handbook of Surgical Nutrition

by M.D. Van Way, Charles W., III (Editor)

Highly clinical in approach, this reference for surgeons concentrates on two aspects of surgical the use of oral parenteral and enteral nutrition to maintain homeostasis before, during and after surgery, and the effect of certain surgical procedures, such as small bowel resection, on the absorption and utilization of specific nutrients. Contributing authors present varied viewpoints on controversial topics.

332 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1992