TS0906

Prebiotics, Probiotics, & Synbiotics: Where Are We Going?

Date
September 14, 2006

Join A.S.P.E.N. for an intriguing exploration of the biotics, dietary supplements thought tomodulate digestive tract flora, and the physiology that leads to their therapeutic usefulness.Experts will discuss the current knowledge about the use of biotics in the general adultpopulation, as well as special patient settings including transplant and critical care. Currentdata and recommendations in infants and pediatric patients will be reviewed. Futuredirections in medical uses in children will also be presented. Gain insight into currentdisorders where the biotics should be considered as a part of therapy and what diseases maybe treated with these in the future.

Speakers

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Robert Martindale, MD, PhD, FASPEN
Professor of Surgery, Division of Gastrointestinal and General Surgery; Medical Director, Hospital Nutrition Services, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR

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