Category: Intestinal failure

Survival rates for total parenteral nutrition (TPN) patients with benign intestinal failure can reach over 50% at 10 years, demonstrating its potential as a long-term treatment. How long can a person live on TPN only, and what factors most influence this duration?

Approximately 40,000 people in the United States receive Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) at home, illustrating that its use extends far beyond temporary hospital stays. This raises the critical question: is TPN for long-term use? The answer is yes, though it is reserved for specific and serious medical conditions.