Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention · 2014 · 21 citations · 16 references
It was found that dietary counseling, TNM stage, total energy intake, depression, esophagitis, and loss of appetite were the most important factors for weight loss. The results underline the importance of maintaining energy intake and providing dietary advice in EC patients during RT. At the same time, by identifying associated factors, medical staff can provide appropriate medical care to reduce weight loss. Further studies should determine the effect of these factors on weight loss and propose a predictive model.
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D A C Deans, Bohao Tan, Stephen J. Wigmore et al. · British Journal of Cancer · 2009 · 189 citations · Full text