In early post transplant nutrition, when might parenteral nutrition be favored over enteral nutrition?

• A. Enteral nutrition is always preferred over parenteral nutrition in early post-transplant patients.
• B. Parenteral nutrition may be favored when enteral nutrition shows no clear benefit or GI toxicity precludes enteral feeding.
• C. Parenteral nutrition is never used due to infection risk.
• D. Oral dietary modification alone is sufficient.

Answer: (B)