A nationwide study on Crohn’s disease patients undergoing elective ileocecectomy reveals the influence of malnutrition on post-operative outcomes. Of 1,464 patients, 22% were malnourished. Malnourished patients experienced more organ space surgical site infections (SSI), bleeding, longer hospital stays, and higher readmission rates compared to well-nourished counterparts. This study underscores the importance of assessing and optimizing nutritional status before elective surgery in Crohn’s patients to reduce complications and improve recovery.
Journal Article by Kodia K, Huerta CT (…) Paluvoi N et 4 al. in Am Surg