Gastric disorders and nutritional management.

Protein calorie malnutrition is a frequent complication of HIV and AIDS. Malnutrition has been one of the most common AIDS-defining conditions recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Proper nutritional management can have a positive impact on the clinical course of HIV-infected patients. Further information is required in order to assign nutrition its proper priority in the clinical management of HIV-infected individuals. The use of gastrostomy feedings in patients with AIDS is similar to the use of these feedings in other diseases.