Nutrition in patients undergoing radiotherapy.
The metabolic changes accompanying cancer can contribute to a negative energy balance and weight loss. Many people with cancer will require additional nutritional support. Radiotherapy to the gastro-intestinal tract can cause debilitating symptoms affecting the ability to maintain nutritional intake.
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Department of Nursing and Midwifery Studies, Canterbury Christ Church College, Kant.
D006801:Humans; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000378:metabolism / Q000532:radiotherapy*; D009748:Nutrition Disorders / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D009859:Oncology Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D011878:Radiotherapy / Q000009:adverse effects*