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Ketogenic diet therapy is feasible for epilepsy management in patients with ileostomies, provided there is individualized monitoring and supplementation of hydration and electrolytes. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

To evaluate the feasibility, safety, and clinical management of ketogenic diet therapy in pediatric patients with medication-resistant epilepsy and coexisting ileostomies.

August 28, 2026Nutrition in Clinical PracticeOpen Access

Management of ketogenic diet therapy in patients with ileostomy: A report of 2 cases

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BBBraden J. BakerIndiana University School of Medicine AOAbigail OlbinaIndiana University School of Medicine MGMarissa A. GodfreyIndiana University School of Medicine

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Case series demonstrates safe seizure control and manageable electrolyte balance in children with ileostomies on ketogenic diet therapy, highlighting the need for tailored sodium monitoring.

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To evaluate the feasibility, safety, and clinical management of ketogenic diet therapy in pediatric patients with medication-resistant epilepsy and coexisting ileostomies.
Monitored 2 pediatric patients (N=2) with medication-resistant epilepsy and ileostomies receiving ketogenic diet therapy under clinical supervision.
Tracked fluid requirements, electrolyte levels (specifically sodium), acid-base status, and seizure frequency before and after ileostomy creation or diet initiation.
Both patients maintained adequate hydration and experienced uninterrupted seizure control throughout treatment.
Initial complications of hyponatremia and metabolic acidosis were successfully resolved through routine laboratory monitoring and supplementation with electrolytes and bicarbonate without altering total fluid requirements.

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Baker et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a914631d15324a1df3a99bf https://doi.org/10.1002/ncp.70164

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Case series demonstrates safe seizure control and manageable electrolyte balance in children with ileostomies on ketogenic diet therapy, highlighting the need for tailored sodium monitoring.

Management of ketogenic diet therapy in patients with ileostomy: A report of 2 cases

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Management of ketogenic diet therapy in patients with ileostomy: A report of 2 cases

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