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Optimizing Parenteral Nutrition in Patients with Enterocutaneous Fistula

Optimizing Parenteral Nutrition in Patients with Enterocutaneous Fistula

Update: 2025-09-01
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Enterocutaneous fistulas present one of the most complex challenges in clinical nutrition—and parenteral nutrition often plays a central role in management. In our latest episode, we’re joined by Vanessa Kumpf, PharmD, leading expert in nutrition support, to discuss evidence-based strategies, real-world decision-making, and how to optimize outcomes for these high-risk patients.

🎙️ Hosted by Christina Rollins, this conversation covers:

  • When and how to initiate parenteral nutrition

  • Managing high-output fistulas and fluid/electrolyte balance

  • Navigating complications and multidisciplinary care

  • Transitioning to enteral/oral feeding when appropriate

  • Practical insights for clinicians working in acute and home care settings

Whether you’re a dietitian, physician, pharmacist, or nurse, this episode offers valuable tools to support your practice. This episode was recorded on 8/18/25.

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Optimizing Parenteral Nutrition in Patients with Enterocutaneous Fistula

Optimizing Parenteral Nutrition in Patients with Enterocutaneous Fistula

Hosted by Christina Rollins, MBA, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, CNSC