Resource® Support Plus for Malnutrition in Head and Neck Cancer Patients
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Multimodal Nutrition Therapy, Resource® Support Plus for malnutrition in head and neck cancer patients?
Is Resource® Support Plus safe for humans?
The research does not provide specific safety data for Resource® Support Plus, but it highlights the importance of nutritional support in reducing complications for head and neck cancer patients. Nutritional interventions, including oral nutritional supplements, are generally considered beneficial and safe for improving patients' nutritional status.678910
How is Multimodal Nutrition Therapy different from other treatments for malnutrition in head and neck cancer patients?
Multimodal Nutrition Therapy is unique because it focuses on providing comprehensive nutritional support before and during cancer treatment, which can help reduce complications and improve patient outcomes. This approach is particularly important for head and neck cancer patients who are often malnourished, and it involves a multidisciplinary team to ensure continuous and tailored nutritional care.611121314
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a special diet plan to help head and neck cancer patients eat enough. The diet includes two types of medical foods designed to provide necessary calories and nutrients, making it easier for patients to maintain their energy levels.
Research Team
Vickie Baracos
Principal Investigator
Cross Cancer Institute, Alberta Health Services
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adults over 18 with squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity, oropharynx, larynx, or hypopharynx planning to undergo radical radiotherapy. They must be able to eat orally and have a performance status indicating they can carry out some activity. Excluded are those with certain other cancers, on conflicting trials, using tube feeding, having conditions affecting nutrient metabolism/absorption, untreated brain metastases, severe chronic illnesses or allergies to trial supplement ingredients.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive multimodal oral nutrition therapy or standard care during cancer treatment
Crossover Treatment
All patients receive the intervention arm; patients on standard care cross over to the intervention
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Multimodal Nutrition Therapy
- Resource® Support Plus
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
AHS Cancer Control Alberta
Lead Sponsor