Structured triglycerides versus physical mixtures of medium- and long-chain triglycerides for parenteral nutrition in surgical or critically ill adult patients: Systematic review and meta-analysis

In postsurgical and/or critically ill patients, the administration of STGs vs. MCT/LCTs was significantly associated with improved protein economy, better liver tolerance and a more efficient triglyceride elimination. With regard to clinical outcomes a strong trend towards reduced LOS was observed for STG patients.