Veronica D'Oria, Giulia Carla Immacolata Spolidoro, Carlo Virginio Agostoni, Cinzia Montani, Ludovica Ughi, Cristina Villa, Tiziana Marchesi, Giovanni Babini, Stefano Scalia Catenacci, Giada Donà, Marta Guerrini, Giovanna Chidini, Edoardo Calderini, Thomas Langer
BACKGROUND: The accurate assessment of resting energy expenditure (REE) is essential for personalized nutrition, particularly in critically ill children. Indirect calorimetry (IC) is the gold standard for measuring REE. This methodology is based on the measurement of oxygen consumption (VO2 ) and carbon dioxide production (VCO2 ). These parameters are integrated into the Weir equation to calculate REE. Additionally, IC facilitates the determination of the respiratory quotient (RQ), offering valuable insights into a patient's carbohydrate and lipid consumption...
January 11, 2024: Nutrients