Nutritional therapy for gastroparesis

Abstract Gastroparesis is a common postoperative complication of abdominal surgery, mainly manifested by postprandial fullness, early satiety, nausea, vomiting, and bloating. Gastroparesis should be addressed with a comprehensive treatment plan that includes nutritional therapy and medications such as metoclopramide, domperidone, cisapride, and antiemetic drugs. Surgical treatment, such as pyloroplasty or partial gastrectomy, should be considered if the conservative therapy is ineffective. Enteral and parenteral nutrition therapy can promote the recovery of gastrointestinal function, maintain the mucosal integrity and immunity, and reduce complications. Thus, nutrition can play an important role in the treatment of gastroparesis.