Nutrition in Critical Care - Where are we now? An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

In this issue of Critical Care Clinics, guest editors Drs. Paul Wischmeyer and Emma Ridley provide a comprehensive exploration of Nutrition in Critical Care – Where Are We Now? Leading experts examine key topics including early feeding, dysphagia and communication, patient experiences, and novel strategies to promote recovery and rehabilitation. The issue addresses both adult and pediatric critical care, highlighting why a one-size-fits-all approach is insufficient, the evolving role of the microbiome, protein requirements, and autophagy. Each chapter synthesizes the latest research, clinical trials, and practice guidelines to provide actionable insights for healthcare professionals managing nutrition in critically ill patients.

Key Features:

• Covers 13 practice-oriented topics in critical care nutrition
• Explores early feeding, dysphagia, patient experience, and rehabilitation strategies
• Reviews recent clinical trials on protein, autophagy, and nutrition strategies
• Highlights individualized approaches for adults and children in ICU settings
• Discusses the evolving role of the microbiome in critical care
• Synthesizes current research and guidelines into clinically actionable recommendations
• Provides in-depth, evidence-based reviews for critical care clinicians