A Trial of Enteral Colostrum on Clinical Outcomes in Critically Ill Patients

Enteral administration of immune-modulating nutrients such as glutamine, omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, and antioxidants has been suggested to reduce infections and improve recovery from critical illness. However, the effects of colostrum on clinical outcomes in critical ill patients has not been investigated. In current trial, intensive care unit patients with enteral feeding will receive either enteral colostrum or maltodextrin as placebo.