Abstract
The refeeding syndrome in anorexia nervosa
The refeeding syndrome (RFS) is a potentially fatal condition involving fluid and electrolyte imbalances after refeeding in patients with anorexia nervosa. Low-calorie diet added thiamine and minerals is the standard approach to prevent RFS. In a recent systematic review starting with a higher calorie amount than earlier has been recommended, and in another review, it is proposed that a restriction in the amount of carbohydrates may allow for a higher calorie intake early on to enable a safe and faster weight gain. There are still many unanswered questions, but these
studies may point to a future change in the guidelines.
The refeeding syndrome (RFS) is a potentially fatal condition involving fluid and electrolyte imbalances after refeeding in patients with anorexia nervosa. Low-calorie diet added thiamine and minerals is the standard approach to prevent RFS. In a recent systematic review starting with a higher calorie amount than earlier has been recommended, and in another review, it is proposed that a restriction in the amount of carbohydrates may allow for a higher calorie intake early on to enable a safe and faster weight gain. There are still many unanswered questions, but these
studies may point to a future change in the guidelines.
| Original language | Danish |
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| Article number | V06170463 |
| Journal | Ugeskrift for Læger |
| Volume | 180 |
| Pages (from-to) | 2-6 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| ISSN | 0041-5782 |
| Publication status | Published - 2018 |