Abstract

Purpose of Review Parenteral nutrition (PN) is a widely accepted form of nutrition administration in patients in whom enteral feeding is contraindicated or insufficient. This is true in surgical patient populations, as well. As a component of PN, intravenous fat emulsions (IVFEs) are essential for the administration of essential fatty acids (EFAs) and adequate energy intake. The oils that make up standard IVFE formulations have evolved over time.

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