If the patient with cirrhosis develops fat malabsorption and requires extra kcalories, these should be provided by:

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Patients with cirrhosis who develop fat malabsorption should be given medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil, as it is more easily absorbed and metabolized by the liver than long-chain triglycerides. Carbohydrates and sugars may not provide enough kcalories, and fruits and vegetables do not contain enough fat to meet the patient's needs. Patients with cirrhosis often develop fat malabsorption due to impaired bile flow. MCT oil (medium chain triglycerides) are a good source of extra calories for these patients as they can be absorbed in the absence of bile. Carbohydrates and sugars do not provide the same calorie density and may not be as easily tolerated by a patient with cirrhosis. Fruits and vegetables should still be included for their nutritional value, but may not provide enough calories on their own.

If the Patient with Cirrhosis Develops Fat Malabsorption and Requires