Intravenous lipid emulsions are used as part of parenteral nutrition to prevent fatty acid deficiency and to

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Intravenous lipid emulsions are used to add kilocalories to parenteral nutrition without increasing osmolality.Amino acids and dextrose can add kilocalories,but they are very hypertonic.Lipids may contribute to patient satiety,but this effect is limited because they do not pass through the gastrointestinal tract.Intravenous lipid emulsions do not contain vitamins;these are added separately.Lipids are not necessarily less expensive than other parenteral nutrients.

Intravenous Lipid Emulsions Are Used as Part of Parenteral Nutrition