European Society of Intensive Care Medicine Annual Meeting

Barcelona, Spain 9 Oct 2010  -  13 Oct 2010

A NNI symposium entitled "Do we need to change nutrition practice in ICU?” chaired by Prof. Takala took place at the ESICM congress (European Society of Intensive Care Medicine) in Barcelona. Recent data were presented, showing the opportunity for improvement in EN provision in ICU in terms of early (within 24h) delivery and adequacy of EN provision (calorie and protein delivered vs prescribed).

Bordeaux, France 15 Sep 2010  -  17 Sep 2010

During the Nestlé Nutrition Institute satellite symposium held in conjunction with the 15th Annual Congress of the European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO), international experts discussed the role of nutrition in a surgical oncology treatment plan particularly in head and neck, and gastrointestinal (GI) cancers. Cancers of the esophagus and stomach have a major impact on patients’ nutritional status by virtue of these organs’ inherent digestive functions. Many patients with these cancers will require surgical intervention, which imposes further metabolic demands and compounds pre-existing nutritional disorders. Malnutrition is associated with higher chemotherapy-induced toxicity and poor treatment response, increased risk of postoperative complications, and decreased quality of life (QoL). Clinical studies show that specialized nutritional interventions help reduce postoperative complications and healthcare costs.

6th Congress of the European Union Geriatric Medicine Society (EUGMS)

Dublin, Ireland 29 Sep 2010  -  1 Oct 2010

Problems with swallowing due to oropharyngeal dysphagia are very common in older people. This is a major contributor to decline in health and function in later life, and an important risk factor for pneumonia and death. A NNI satellite symposium, Dysphagia: Science-based Methods for Early Detection and Management, was held at the 6th Congress of the European Union Geriatric Medicine Society (EUGMS). This symposium provided an expert review of the extent and nature of the problem, guidance as to the investigation and diagnosis of dysphagia, and a comprehensive overview of best management practices. Proceedings of this symposium are available here.