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Why do some people need a 'fasting' diet before bowel, gut or gynae surgery? with Dr Sally Griffin
Description
In this episode, Prof Clare talks with Dr. Sally Griffin about her innovative research on use of Very Low Energy Diets (VLEDs) and Very Low Calorie Diets (VLCDs) as preoperative tools to improve surgical outcomes, especially in abdominal and bowel cancer surgeries. She explains how these diets can reduce liver size, lower surgical risks, and enhance recovery, challenging the traditional use of 'fasting' diets.
Key Points
- Use of VLED and VLCD before surgery
- Impact on liver size and surgical field
- Blood sugar and blood pressure improvements
- Research evidence supporting diet interventions
- Practical guidance for implementing pre-surgical diets
Research Trial recruiting patients from greater Brisbane across Logan, Princess Alexandra and Queen Elizabeth II hospitals, for a research study on colorectal (bowel) cancer. If interested, contact Dr Sally Griffin Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD), Senior Research Officer, Princess Alexandra Hospital Dietetics Department on Email: Sally.Griffin@health.qld.gov.au
Resources
Australian Dietary Guidelines - https://www.eatforhealth.gov.au
Guidelines for Preoperative Diets in Surgery - https://www.surgicalguidelines.org/preoperative-diets
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Keywords: VLED, VLCD, preoperative diet, surgical outcomes, weight loss, liver reduction, bowel cancer, surgical risk, dietitian support
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