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children undergoing treatment for cancer sometimes need TPN to help meet their nutritional needs. TPN is a special mixture of glucose, protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals that are given through an intravenous line (IV) into the veins. Many people call this "intravenous feedings." tumor - an abnormal lump or mass of tissue. Tumors can be benign (not cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). tumor suppressor genes - genes that slow down cell division or cause cells to die at the appropriate time. ...
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| total parenteral nutrition |
intravenous infusion of all the patient's requirements of nutrients through a fine tube (catheter) placed in a large vein.
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| total parenteral nutrition |
When the whole diet (ie all necessary nutrients) are delivered by injection into a vein.
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| total parenteral nutrition |
The procedure in which nutrients are supplied directly to the bloodstream.
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| total parenteral nutrition |
A technique in which nutrients are given to a person through an intravenous infusion.
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