Malnutrition and vitamin deficiencies after surgery for esophageal and gastric cancer: A metanalysis.
Clin Nutr ESPEN
; 60: 348-355, 2024 04.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND & AIMS:
Patients receiving oncological esophagectomy or gastrectomy are known to be at high risk for vitamin and micronutrient deficiency before, during and after surgery. However, there are no clear guidelines for these cancer patients regarding postoperative vitamin supplementation.METHODS:
We conducted a metanalysis consisting of 10 studies regarding vitamin and micronutrient deficiencies after oncological gastric or esophageal resection. 5 databases were searched.RESULTS:
Data was sufficient regarding Vitamins B12 and 25-OH D3 as well as calcium. We were able to show deficiencies in 25-OH Vitamin D3 levels (p < 0.001) and lower levels of Vitamin B12 and calcium (bit p < 0.001) when compared to the healthy population.CONCLUSIONS:
Patients from these groups are at risk for vitamin deficiencies. A guideline on postoperative supplementation is needed.Palabras clave
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Asunto principal:
Neoplasias Gástricas
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Avitaminosis
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Obesidad Mórbida
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Neoplasias Esofágicas
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Desnutrición
Límite:
Humans
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En
Revista:
Clin Nutr ESPEN
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Clinical nutrition ESPEN
Año:
2024
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Article