Late referral of cancer patients with malnutrition to dietitians: a prospective study of clinical practice
ConclusionsCancer patients were referred late to a dietitian, with multiple nutritional barriers. Most referrals were for established weight loss (WL). WL may be masked by pre-existing obesity. Almost half had missed earlier referral opportunities; screening was infrequent. Over one-quarter should have been re-referred sooner. There is a clear need for clinician education. Future research should investigate the optimal timing of dietitian referral and the best nutrition screening tools for use in cancer.
Source: Supportive Care in Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
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