ESPEN practical guideline on ethical aspects of medical nutrition therapy - PubMed
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- Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) requires patient consent, a therapeutic goal, and proper indication.
- This guideline updates the 2016 version, focusing on ethical decision-making and adding statements on palliative care and human rights.
- MNT should align with the patient's best interests, minimize risks, and be supported by scientific evidence.
- Even if beneficial, MNT must be approved by adequately informed patients.
- Special emphasis is placed on end-of-life care, dementia, palliative medicine, and intensive care scenarios.
- The guideline was developed through a consensus-based approach including Delphi rounds and a consensus conference.