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ArticleClinical nutrition research2025

Clinical Impact of Nutritional Intervention on Pressure Injury Healing in a Paraplegic Patient: A Case Report.

Young Ran Kim, Mi Young Jang, Jun Ho Park

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Young Ran KimDepartment of Nutrition Care, Seoul Metropolitan Government-Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, Seoul 07061, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8263-7260
Mi Young JangDepartment of Nutrition Care, Seoul Metropolitan Government-Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, Seoul 07061, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6708-9490
Jun Ho ParkDepartment of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Seoul Metropolitan Government-Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul 07061, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0235-1261

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Abstract

Pressure injuries are common complications in patients with limited mobility, particularly those who are bedridden. These wounds not only cause pain and reduce quality of life but also lead to prolonged hospitalization, increased risk of infection, and higher healthcare costs. Among the various contributing factors, malnutrition plays a crucial role by impairing collagen synthesis, weakening immune function, and delaying tissue repair. Adequate nutritional support-particularly sufficient protein and energy intake-is therefore an essential component of comprehensive pressure injury management. We present the case of a paraplegic patient who developed a vulvar pressure injury. A structured, stepwise nutritional intervention was implemented, including adjustment of meal composition based on appetite, supplementation with high-protein oral nutritional supplements, vitamins and minerals, and the use of probiotics to manage diarrhea. As a result, the patient's daily protein intake increased from less than 10 g to 80-90 g, accompanied by progressive wound improvement. Serial clinical assessments showed reduced slough, increased granulation tissue formation, and epithelialization. This case highlights the vital role of individualized nutritional management within a multidisciplinary approach to pressure injury care. Stepwise nutritional intervention, tailored to the patient's tolerance and clinical status, contributed significantly to wound healing. Nutritional optimization should be considered an integral component of effective pressure injury treatment strategies.

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Nutrition therapyPressure injuryWoundWound healing

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