Case 13.3
The parents would like to avoid steroids and requested information regarding enteral nutrition therapy.
Which of the following statements are true regarding Exclusive Enteral Nutrition (EEN) therapy? (select all that apply)
It has shown to induce remission in up to 80% of children with newly diagnosed CD
It is not a good option for INITIAL induction therapy for Crohn’s.
Enteral nutrition can be taken orally or using a nasogastric tube.
Studies have not shown any difference in efficacy between elemental or semi elemental formulas.
Refeeding, a condition characterized by fluid shifts and electrolyte abnormalities, may occur when significantly malnourished patients receive enteral nutrition.