This study aimed to design and implement a protocol for detecting and treating malnutrition in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. A nutritional assessment using the Nutriscore tool was conducted before chemotherapy. Of 234 patients, 84 (36%) required individualized nutritional care. By the end of chemotherapy, the mean weight loss had improved significantly (p<0.001), with 71% of patients experiencing weight gain or maintenance.
Publisher
Scientific Reports
Published On
Dec 03, 2020
Authors
Elena Álvaro Sanz, Jimena Abilés, Marga Garrido Siles, Francisco Rivas Ruíz, Begoña Tortajada Goitia, Antonio Rueda Domínguez
Tags
malnutrition
cancer patients
chemotherapy
nutritional assessment
weight loss
Nutriscore
individualized care
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