Possible solution to liver problems linked to intravenous feeding

Now scientists at the University of Colorado and Children’s Hospital Colorado have figured out the likely culprit, one of the ingredients in intravenous food, behind the liver problems. The discovery could point the way to better treatments for patients who are medically vulnerable and, often, very young. “We still have more to learn about the […]

Now scientists at the University of Colorado and Children’s Hospital Colorado have figured out the likely culprit, one of the ingredients in intravenous food, behind the liver problems. The discovery could point the way to better treatments for patients who are medically vulnerable and, often, very young. “We still have more to learn about the optimal mix of lipids for intravenous nutrition,” said Ron Sokol, part of the research team. “Our hope is that this study will lead us to intravenous nutrition that results in less stress on the liver.” A life-saving option for some patients with intestinal problems or pancreatitis is to provide food intravenously. But this option is associated with liver damage while helping in other ways.