Peripheral parenteral nutrition: An evaluation of utility and complications

Abstract

Rationale: Peripheral parenteral nutrition (PPN) may negate the need for central venous access device insertion in a subset of patients requiring short-term parenteral nutrition. Previous studies have reported adverse complications of up to 50% with PPN.1 This study aimed to evaluate the use of PPN at a tertiary referral centre where the therapy is initiated and overseen by a dedicated nutrition support team.