Assessing the Need for a Dietitian in Radiation Oncology

Gosselin, Tracy; Gilliard, L.M.; Tinnen, Rhonda

doi:10.1188/08.cjon.781-787

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“…Patients with cancer receiving radiation treatment incorporate various fruits and vegetables containing quercetin into their diet. Patients receiving radiation treatment lose 5% of their normal weight during the treatment period [25]. The results of our study show that the main adverse effect of radiation treatment was weight loss and this has been confirmed in other studies.…”

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Effect of quercetin on impaired immune function in mice exposed to irradiation

2012

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Radiation used in cancer treatment may cause side effects such as inflammation. Quercetin is a polyphenol that reduces inflammation. This study evaluated the recovery efficacy of quercetin on impaired immune function in irradiation-induced inflammatory mice. Quercetin administered at two concentrations of 10 and 40 mg/kg body weight was initiated 2 weeks before irradiation and was continued 30 days after irradiation. The animals exposed/not exposed to radiation were sacrificed on radiation days 10 and 30. Splenocyte proliferation, which was diminished after irradiation, was enhanced significantly by quercetin supplementation after 30 days of irradiation. Cytokine secretion increased in the radiation group compared to that in the non-radiation control group. After 30 days of radiation, interleukin (IL)-1β and IL-6 secretion decreased significantly in the radiation-quercetin groups. When quercetin was administered for 44 days, it showed a possible protective effect against irradiation-induced inflammation in mice. Quercetin could be beneficial in the recovery of irradiation-induced increases in cytokine secretion.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

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Effect of quercetin on impaired immune function in mice exposed to irradiation

2012

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“…Nutritional consultation with a registered dietitian has been shown to improve nutritional status and maintain quality of life in patients receiving radiation therapy. 58,59 Dietary modifications may help patients maintain their nutritional status during treatment. Patients may find small frequent meals and snacks easier than three large meals.…”

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Nursing-led management of side effects of radiation: evidence-based recommendations for practice

Poirier¹

2013

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It has been estimated that 50%-60% of patients diagnosed with cancer will receive radiation therapy at some point in their treatment. Although radiation therapy can play a significant role in the cure or control of cancer, and the palliation of symptoms, it also has side effects. Side effects of radiation therapy can interfere with patient quality of life and daily functioning. Severe side effects can lead to delays in treatment, potentially affecting the outcome of treatment. All patients receiving radiation therapy are at risk of fatigue and skin reactions in the area of the body being treated. Other side effects of radiation therapy are specific to the part of the body being treated. Radiation therapy to the head and neck area may cause oral mucositis, dryness, and nutritional deficiencies. Radiation therapy to the chest or lung area may lead to difficulty in swallowing and eating. Radiation therapy to the pelvis frequently causes diarrhea. There are many nursing interventions available to manage the side effects of treatment based on best available evidence and expert opinion. Nurses in all settings are essential in helping patients manage the side effects of treatment and maintain their quality of life. The purpose of this review is to provide nurses with evidence-based recommendations and suggestions for managing common acute side effects of radiation therapy.

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“…In addition, patients with cancer can develop a wasting syndrome known as cancer cachexia. Secondary cancer cachexia is a possible treatment side effect (Gosselin, Gilliard, & Tinnen, 2008) that can be caused by a variety of factors, including impaired oral intake, chronic diseases not related to cancer, or loss of muscle mass (Strasser & Bruera, 2002). Secondary cancer cachexia is a possible treatment side effect (Gosselin, Gilliard, & Tinnen, 2008) that can be caused by a variety of factors, including impaired oral intake, chronic diseases not related to cancer, or loss of muscle mass (Strasser & Bruera, 2002).…”

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Assessing the Nutritional Status of Patients With Sarcoma by Using the Scored Patient-Generated Subjective Global Assessment

Roop¹,

Piscitelli²,

Lynch³

2010

Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing

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An intervention with the Scored Patient-Generated Subjective Global Assessment was implemented at a community cancer center to identify patients with sarcoma at risk for malnutrition. This population usually is not considered to be at nutritional risk because of young age and the site of diagnosis; however, 60% of patients assessed were at risk for malnutrition or were severely malnourished. Nurses and dietitians should be aware of potential nutritional risk in this population and learn about possible interventions.

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Assessing the Need for a Dietitian in Radiation Oncology

Cited by 8 publications

References 17 publications

Effect of quercetin on impaired immune function in mice exposed to irradiation

Effect of quercetin on impaired immune function in mice exposed to irradiation

Nursing-led management of side effects of radiation: evidence-based recommendations for practice

Assessing the Nutritional Status of Patients With Sarcoma by Using the Scored Patient-Generated Subjective Global Assessment

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