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partial parenteral nutrition

(PAR-shul puh-REN-teh-rul noo-TRIH-shun)

A form of short-term nutritional support that is given directly into the bloodstream through a catheter placed into a vein. Partial parenteral nutrition bypasses the digestive system and may be given when a person has a disease or condition that affects their ability to absorb nutrients through the digestive system. Partial parenteral nutrition is supplemental nutrition that is given when a person cannot get enough calories or the right amount of nutrients that their body needs from the food they are eating. Also called PPN.

partial parenteral nutrition

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