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Home Parenteral Nutrition (HPN)

The Scottish Home Parenteral Nutrition (HPN) managed clinical network was launched in 2000, with the aim of ensuring equity of access for patients in Scotland who require this specialised treatment for intestinal failure.

HPN is a method of intravenous delivery of fluids and nutrients directly into a central vein. The parent or carer is taught to manage this sterile routine, which, once learned, can enable the patient to be cared for at home rather than in hospital.

The commonest causes of patients requiring HPN are as a result of Crohn’s disease or surgical complications. Some may require HPN for many years and others for a short time only; for example, whilst waiting for corrective surgery.

Further information can be found on the external Home Parenteral Nutrition Network website. National Services Division are not responsible for the content of any external sites.

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Lyn Hutchison, Programme Manager
Jenny Dowswell, Programme Support Officer