Complications and mortality in Anorexia nervosa in-patients during guideline-supported refeeding: An observational study
Joray, M.; Leuenberger, M.; Ott, R.; Stanga, Z. · Aktuelle Ernährungsmedizin · 2013 · Heft 3 · S. 1 bis 1
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Introduction: Anorexia nervosa (AN) is associated with serious complications related to protein-energy malnutrition, pathological weight loss and low levels of micronutrients. The refeeding phase in AN patients bears a further high risk of life-threatening and potentially fatal complications. Clinical guidelines, such as the ones used here, target optimal treatment during this vulnerable time in order to reduce the chance of developing a Refeeding Syndrom (RFS). Objectives: Goal of this study was to evaluate, if implementing evidence-based refeeding guidelines has beneficial effects on complications and mortalit…