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Metabolic changes following trauma

evan Jan. 21, 2024
  1. Shock - blood loss, poor blood flow, low oxygen supply - catecholamines
  1. Hypercatabolism - increased basal metabolic rate, anaerobic metabolism, excessive breakdown of fat and protein - $\uparrow$ cortisol, glucagon $\downarrow$ GH, insulin
  1. Anabolic phase - macromolecule synthesis, onset of recovery, improved appetite - risk of refeeding syndrome

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