Authors : Pravalika Londe, Edwina Raj, Mallikarjun Sakpal, Sonal Asthana, Simran Khanam
DOI : 10.18231/j.ijnmhs.2023.016
Volume : 6
Issue : 2
Year : 2023
Page No : 96-101
Background: Liver transplantation or hepatic transplantation is a procedure of replacing diseased liver with a healthy liver. It needs cautious post-operative care including nutritional intervention.
Case Study/Methods: We present a 65 year old patient underwent a liver transplant due to acute liver failure. The patient’s diet history revealed a daily intake of carbohydrates and fats but inadequate protein intake.
Results: The patient’s nutritional interventions were analyzed and evaluated through hospital recalls and proper follow up visits. In studies, hospital recall on 7 day of post-surgery showed a great improvement in calorie and protein intake. The discharge diet plan included a well-balanced diet with protein, carbohydrates and fat intake to ensure nutritional care for the patient’s recovery.
Conclusion: Nutritional intervention plays a vital role in post-operative care of liver transplant patients. This case study signifies the importance of personalized dietary intervention to resolve PEM, improve nutritional intake while supporting successful surgical outcome and recovery.
Keywords: Liver transplantation, PEM, Nutritional intervention, Post-operative nutrition therapy, Surgical nutrition therapy, Personalized dietary intervention