Comparative study of the balance and metabolic effect of post-operatively infused carbohydrates.

If glucose, fructose, and xylitol are infused in the immediate post-operative period at rates necessary for parenteral nutrition, all three substrates produce specific undersired effects. These effects can be reduced significantly when the three substrates are infused in the form of a mixture. The composition and the rate of intake of such a mixed solution are of importance.