Use of amino acids in major burns
Magliacani, G.; Cavallero, M.; Bormioli, M.
Minerva Medica 66(60): 3037-3042
1975
ISSN/ISBN: 0026-4806 PMID: 1161191 Document Number: 94387
The results of protein deficiency in major burn cases are examined. They include diminished organ resistance, deleyed wound haeling, proneness to infection, and increased sensitivity to liver-toxic substances, leading to the protracted course of the patient's conditions. Since his caloric intake also needs to be increased, the importance of protein replacement is apparent. A standardised 15-day treatment with daily administrations of 1000 cc of a 7.5% natural amino acid solution was experimented during the period following shock, to prevent loss of amino acids through the vessel walls, since permeability is high in this periodo. Marked improvement in blood proteins was noted, with normalisation in some instances. No chagens in blood chemistry attributable to the treatment were noted.