Asociación entre el momento de inicio de nutrición enteral y complicaciones en el paciente pediátrico críticamente enfermo en menores de 5 años en el Hospital del Niño Dr. Francisco de Icaza Bustamante, período 2019 - 2021.

Abstract

Introduction: enteral nutrition is crucial in critically ill pediatric patients to improve clinical outcomes, but its initiation can face significant challenges. Objective: to analyze the association between the time of initiation of enteral nutrition and complications in critically ill pediatric patients under 5 years of age at the Dr. Francisco De Icaza Bustamante children's hospital, period 2019 - 2021. Methodology: a retrospective study was carried out during the period 2019-2021 at the Dr. Francisco de Icaza Bustamante Children's Hospital, analyzing data from 150 patients to identify variables associated with delay in enteral nutrition through statistical analysis. Results: delay in enteral nutrition was found to be significantly associated with a higher incidence of complications and clinical deterioration. Factors such as age, disease severity, and specific clinical decisions influenced these delays. Conclusions: the research highlights the importance of initiating enteral nutrition in a timely manner to improve outcomes in critically ill pediatric patients. It is recommended to address identified barriers, improve nutritional management protocols and consider interventions to optimize clinical practice.