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Association of Feeding Types with Body Mass Index and Esophageal Cancer Risk Factors in Gezira State, Sudan (2021-2022)

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigated the association between feeding types, body mass index (BMI), and esophageal cancer risk factors in Gezira State, Sudan. A cross-sectional analysis of 50 participants revealed a significant association between feeding type and BMI (p=0.003), with gastrostomy tube feeding linked to higher rates of underweight individuals. No significant association was found between meal frequency and BMI (p=0.099). These findings underscore the importance of considering feeding methods in nutritional assessments for esophageal cancer patients.

Source: GSC Advanced Research and Reviews

DOI: 10.30574/gscarr.2025.23.1.0096

Authors: Moawya IY Abdalla, Ghada TM Abdoun, Mnhal IAG Mohamed, Wisal HI Badi, Sawsan A. Omer

Institutions: University of Gezira, Al-Neelain University

Language: English

Topic: Esophageal Cancer Research and Treatment

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Zero hunger

Open Access status: hybrid

Funder: National Cancer Institute