pediatric TPN

Pediatric Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) is a specialized intravenous support for children who cannot eat enough or properly absorb nutrients through their digestive system. It provides all essential nutrients—proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals—directly into the bloodstream via a catheter inserted into a vein. TPN is carefully tailored to a child's specific growth and medical needs and is typically used for short-term or long-term nutritional support when oral or enteral feeding isn't possible. It requires close monitoring to ensure proper growth and to prevent complications like infections or nutrient imbalances.