Application and Observation of Inulin in the Treatment of Constipation for Critically Ill Patients in the ICU

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Abstract

Objective: To explore the application method and clinical effect of inulin in the treatment of constipation for patients in the ICU. Methods: Sixty ICU patients with constipation were randomly divided into an experimental group and a control group, with 30 patients in each group. The control group received nasal feeding with a regular diet. The experimental group received nasal feeding with a regular diet plus inulin. The defecation status of the patients was observed and compared on the 3rd, 5th, and 7th days. Results: Among the 30 patients in the experimental group and 30 patients in the control group, there was a statistically significant difference in treatment effect between the two groups (P < 0.05). The treatment duration was (3.91 ± 1.09) days in the experimental group and (5.78 ± 1.52) days in the control group. Conclusion: Inulin has a significant effect in the treatment of constipation for critically ill patients in the ICU and is worthy of clinical promotion and application.

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