Goal
Patients who have undergone total gastrectomy are more susceptible to indigestion caused by stomach’s fragile ability in digesting food. The following dietary guidelines help improve these symptoms.
Subject
- Patients who have received total or partial gastrectomy.
- Patients who have received esophagojejunal anastomosis.
After the surgery, follow these food intake guidelines and instructions given by your doctor
Follow the doctor's instructions on diet after operation
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Day 1 |
Clear liquid diet, 6-8 times per day
(rice soup, filtered juice 30 c.c. once)
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Days 2 and 3
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Full liquid diet, 6-8 times per day
(Cut the cooked vegetables, meat, porridge and noodles into pieces, then add adequate warm water and the shreds to the blender and blend into liquids)
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Days 4 and 5
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Semi liquid diet, 6-8 times per day (e.g. porridge, noodles)
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Days 6 and 7
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Soft diet (choose foods that are soft and easy to digest; avoid deep fry and grill)
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Day 8
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Full diet
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Important Reminders
- The amount of food intake is determined by the amount of food left in the stomach.
- Begin to eat smaller meals more frequently throughout the day; 3 meals with snacks in between are recommended.
- Avoid carbohydrates such as sweet soft drinks, candy, and cake.
- Do not drink a lot with meals, wait 30 to 60 minutes after a meal before drinking.
- Choose a balanced diet with an appropriate amount of protein, such as: fish, meat, legumes, eggs, and etc…
- Choose non-irritable foods that are soft in nature. Avoid stimulatory drinks such as coffee.
- If abdominal distension is present, avoid foods that produce gas, such as beans,dairy products,onions and sweet potatos.
- Consume food in a sitting position, chew completely before swallowing, and rest for 30 minutes after meals.
- When trying new foods, start with a small amount first, and only try one new food at a time. If there is no discomfort, the food may be added to the regular diet.
- If necessary, follow the doctor's instructions to supplement vitamins and minerals.