This review has discussed the current status of metabolic alterations and demands, nutrient administration, and nutritional assessment of the head-injured patient. More work is necessary in all areas to further describe and ascertain the nutritional requirements of these patients. Future research in this area should involve specific nutrient requirement, modification of the acute-phase response, and possibly administration of growth factors.
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