From Tube Feeding to Full Diet | Recovery After Stomach Cancer Surgery | Dr Praveen Kammar
To ensure nutrition immediately after stomach cancer surgery, two common methods are utilized: nasojejunal tube and feeding jejunostomy. Both methods involve inserting a small tube into the small intestine, which remains untouched by the surgery. These tubes are used to provide nutrition in the form of calorie-dense and protein-dense energy powders. The powders are mixed with regular liquids such as buttermilk, water, or dal and fed through the tubes.
As the patient's condition improves, they are gradually encouraged to begin oral intake. The oral intake is increased gradually based on the patient's ability to tolerate it. Once it is determined that the oral intake is sufficient, the tube feeding can be discontinued, and the patient can transition to a full diet.
By employing these methods, immediate post-surgery nutrition is ensured, helping the patient recover and regain strength. The gradual transition from tube feeding to oral intake is an important step in the recovery process. It is important to follow the guidance of healthcare professionals and dietitians to provide adequate nutrition and promote the patient's overall well-being.
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