Table 2.
Nutritional characteristics of the groups
| Parameter | APN (n = 40) | CPN (n = 35) | P. Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration of parenteral nutrition (days) | 13.1 (3.5) | 13.5 (3.0) | 0.6 |
| Full enteral feeding time (days) | 15.1 (5.8) | 14.8 (5.5) | 0.8 |
| Energy intake (kcal/kg/day) | 121,5(35.5) | 115,5(28.5) | 0.4 |
| Protein intake (g/kg) | 3.52 (0.7) | 3.2 (0.5) | 0.02 |
| Lipid intake (g/kg) | 6.6 (1.5) | 6.1 (0.6) | 0.03 |
| Weight gain (g) | 115(75) | 100(80) | 0.4 |
* Student's t-test, mean (SD); APN: Aggressive parenteral nutrition; CPN: Conventional parenteral nutrition