Publications by authors named "Izabella Barbosa Vieira"
Comparison of pre- and posttransplant energy expenditure in patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and evaluation of associated factors.
Izabella Barbosa Vieira Nayara Salgado Vieira Sette Cristiane Alves de Oliveira Maria Isabel Toulson Davisson Correia Camila Kummel Duarte
Nutrition
February 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study examined changes in energy expenditure in patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation before and after the procedure.
- Results showed a significant 15% increase in energy expenditure by day 10 posttransplantation, with 45% of patients needing nutritional support.
- Factors such as phase angle, fever, mucositis, and the occurrence of complications were linked to higher energy needs, highlighting the complexities of nutritional management in these patients.