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Case presentation and panel discussion: Nutrition issues in cancer
Manpreet S Mundi1, Jeffrey I Mechanick2, Jayshil J Patel3
1Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, Metabolism, and Nutrition, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA.
JPEN. Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
|December 13, 2021
Summary
Cancer survival is improving, making nutrition crucial for chronic disease management. This case study highlights optimal nutrition strategies for pancreatic cancer patients, including preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative support.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Nutritional Science
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Cancer treatment advances have improved survival rates, shifting focus to long-term management.
- Nutrition interventions are increasingly recognized as vital for optimizing outcomes in patients with chronic malignancy.
Observation:
- A 66-year-old male with a new diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, incidentally found during COVID-19 evaluation.
- The case serves as a platform for expert discussion on nutritional management in pancreatic cancer.
Findings:
- Optimal strategies for diagnosing malnutrition in cancer patients.
- Preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative nutrition optimization techniques.
- The role of probiotics, immune-modulating nutrition, fish oil, specialized proresolving mediators, and nutrition support (enteral and parenteral).
Implications:
- Highlights the critical role of nutritional support in improving outcomes for pancreatic cancer patients.
- Provides evidence-based recommendations for integrating specialized nutrition therapies into cancer care.
- Emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to managing cancer as a chronic disease.
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