Guidelines for nutrition in adults with head and neck cancer: The American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition - PubMed
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- Head and neck cancer is the seventh most common cancer globally.
- Maintaining adequate nutrition is crucial to prevent malnutrition and muscle wasting, which worsen outcomes.
- Many patients struggle with oral intake during treatment.
- Guidelines recommend early initiation of enteral nutrition (EN) if oral intake is insufficient.
- Nutrition should be provided within 24 hours post-surgery.
- Weekly dietitian consultations are advised during radiotherapy.
- Malnutrition screening should use validated tools.
- Interdisciplinary care models are recommended.
- Protein intake should be 1.2-1.5 g/kg/day and energy intake ≥30 kcal/kg/day.
- Specialized nutrients like arginine, glutamine, and ω-3 may be considered in specific cases.