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Understanding What is a TPN Diet and Its Medical Purpose

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According to the UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, an estimated 40,000 people in the United States receive total parenteral nutrition (TPN) at home. **What is a TPN diet?** It is a crucial medical intervention that provides all necessary nutrients directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system entirely.