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Nutritional status and clinical outcomes in the intensive care unit: A global systematic review and meta-analysis

2026Open accessAddis Ababa University

Abstract

Malnutrition is prevalent among adult ICU patients, with wide variation across studies, and the situation becomes worse after admission. Additionally, malnourished patients have longer hospital stays and are more likely to die than well-nourished patients.

Research topics

  • Nutrition and Health in Aging
  • Clinical Nutrition and Gastroenterology
  • Intensive Care Unit Cognitive Disorders

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DOI: 10.1016/j.metop.2026.100450

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