Up to 60% of elderly hospitalised patients are protein-energy malnourished on admission, or develop serious complications.

The clinical impact of malnutrition is significiant:

• Increased risk of wounds and pressure ulcers
• Increased wound healing time
• Increased health complications
• Increased re-hospitalisation rate
• Increased mortality and morbidity

The economic impact is also significant:

• Hospital costs are 35-75% higher for malnourished patients

For more information contact your Nestlé Healthcare Nutrition representative.