Application of the protein-saving effect of androgenic hormones in the treatment of patients following total gastrectomy.

摘要: For some 20 years now androgenic hor­ mones have been known to exert a protein­ building influence. Uncertainty regarding the biochemical mechanism of action on which this is based does not lessen use­ fulness "nitrogen-saving" effect which, in certain cases, can be used improve nutritional condition patientfl. In course an investigation into dis­ orders following total gastrectomy, reported elsewhere,1-4 we encountered series pa­ tients unsatisfactory condi­ tion whose capacity for food uptake was limited, cases permanently limited. few score these attempt made determine whether improvement utilization protein ingested could contribute attainment or main­ tenance positive nitrogen balance. The object patients' nutri­ tional and general well being. Method Investigations were with aid balance tests, technique has described previous publieation. l in­ take accurately weighr,d constituents \H're calrulated Dutch Food­ stuffs Table. fat content feces de­ termined by Van de Kamer method. urine determined Kjddahl order neutralize diurnal fiuetuations intake production urine, period observations during studies divided fiv e-day periods; two such periods exactly identical therapy given. duration should too short if reliable results are obtained. Protein efficacy organism uses absorbed part pro­ teins rebuilding body teins, other words: extent