This study was undertaken in an attempt to see if it would be possible to utilize fat in the form of an injectable emulsion as a nutritional supplement and also clarify to some extent, the question of the metabolism of fats in general.
The author and co-workers have studied the problem of parenteral administration of fat for many years and a safe, effective sesame oil emulsion without side effects for intravenous injection has been successfully prepared. The nutritional effect of this agent. was studied and the attempt was made to clarify the mechanism of metabolism of fats. by the use of this fat emulsion. Though not conclusive, it is believed that the process has been clarified to some degree.
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