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  • Nutritional Science

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  • Cancer cachexia is a complex metabolic syndrome characterized by involuntary weight loss, muscle wasting, and anorexia.
  • Effective management strategies are crucial for improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of regular versus irregular caloric intake on lean body mass (LBM), body mass index (BMI), and weight in cancer patients over three months.
  • To compare the percentage increase in weight gain between patients with regular and irregular caloric intake.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective observational study involving 197 participants at a Cancer Centre Hospital.
  • Participants received nandrolone and were divided into regular (≥2000 kcal/day) and irregular (<2000 kcal/day) caloric intake groups.
  • Weight, BMI, and LBM were measured monthly for three months; statistical analysis included chi-square and logistic regression.

Main Results:

  • Patients with regular caloric intake showed significant improvements: weight increased by 13.0% (vs. 4.3% in irregular group), BMI rose from 18.46 to 20.82 (vs. 18.47 to 19.24), and LBM increased from 83.40 to 86.16 (vs. 83.40 to 83.76).
  • All observed changes were statistically significant (p<0.05).
  • Higher socioeconomic status correlated with better adherence to regular caloric intake.

Conclusions:

  • Regular caloric intake, in conjunction with nandrolone therapy, significantly enhances weight, BMI, and LBM in cancer cachexia patients.
  • Adherence to nutritional recommendations is critical for mitigating muscle wasting and improving clinical outcomes.
  • Integrated nutritional and pharmacological interventions are vital for effective cachexia management.