Year: 2023
Type: article
Abstract: Nutritional support is an integral component in the treatment of head and neck cancers (HNC). Studies indicate 90% of HNC patients are at high risk of developing malnutrition. Chemo-radiation and surgery, the three common treatments used to treat HNC are highly susceptible to toxic side effects. Dysphagia is often underestimated in HNC patients. A prolonged impaired swallowing process can lead to severe morbidities like malnutrition, dehydration, aspiration, pneumonia, and even death. These complications have adverse effects on patients' QoL (Quality of Life) and mental health. These adverse reactions further complicate the nutritional status of the patients and the final treatment outcome, increasing morbidity and mortality. The consensus statements try to address nutritional issues and provide practical recommendations for practicing dieticians and clinicians. Keywords: Head and neck cancer guidelines, Nutrition in head and neck cancers, Consensus statements in nutrition in Head and neck cancers, IAPEN head and neck cancer guidelines
Source: Journal of Nutrition Research
Authors: Arvind Krishnamurthy, Shivshankar Timmanpyati, Sachdev Meenakshi, Eileen Canday, Purabi Mahajan, Kaustav Talapatra, Jayashree Paranjape, Gargee Rai, Safala Mahadik, Shilpa Chadha Thakur, S V S Deo, Kumar Prabhash, Senthil Rajappa, Sreemathy Venkatraman, Ipsita Chakravarti, Manju P George, Shruti Bhrdwaj, Susan Itty, Shifali Mehraa, Fagun Gandhi, Rushabh Kothari, Vasudha Mathur, Richa Shukla, Zamurrud Patel, Vilasini Raman, Arun Balaji, A Rajeshwari
Institutions: Cancer Institute (WIA), Homi Bhabha National Institute, Tata Memorial Hospital, Tamil Nadu Government Multi Super Speciality Hospital, Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Topiwala National Medical College & BYL Nair Charitable Hospital, National Cancer Institute of Thailand, King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth G.S. Medical College, Asian Institute of Medical Sciences, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital and Research Institute, Lakeshore Hospital, Aster Medcity, MGM New Bombay Hospital, Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer, Jehangir Hospital, Global Hospitals
Language: English
Topic: Head and Neck Cancer Studies
Subfield: Otorhinolaryngology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4319083471