JPEN. Journal of parenteral and enteral nutrition
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Oral and dental status in children with intestinal failure: A descriptive cross-sectional study

Jun 10, 2026

The authors aimed to characterize the oral and dental health of children with intestinal failure, a population often overlooked in dental research. Their findings revealed that these children frequently suffer from poor oral hygiene, gingival inflammation, and dental issues such as calculus and enamel hypoplasia, highlighting the need for improved dental care and oral hygiene practices within their multidisciplinary treatment plans.

Combined GLIM-defined malnutrition and sarcopenia and the risk of 2-year mortality in adults with heart failure: A FRAGILE-HF study post hoc analysis

Jun 3, 2026

This study aimed to determine whether incorporating assessments of handgrip strength and fat mass index alongside GLIM-defined malnutrition improves risk stratification for 2-year mortality in older adults with heart failure. The findings revealed that patients with GLIM-defined malnutrition who also exhibited low handgrip strength or low fat mass index had significantly higher mortality risks compared to those without malnutrition and with normal muscle and fat metrics. Thus, the study suggests that these additional assessments can help identify high-risk subgroups in this population.

The association between nutritional intakes and growth trajectories among infants with congenital diaphragmatic hernia: A retrospective cohort study

Jun 3, 2026

The authors aimed to investigate the relationship between nutritional intakes, specifically caloric and protein intake, and growth trajectories in infants with congenital diaphragmatic hernia during their neonatal hospitalization. The study found that higher caloric intake, particularly around 118 kcal/kg/day, was associated with improved weight-for-age and head circumference z-scores, highlighting the importance of adequate nutrition in mitigating growth impairment in this vulnerable population.