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Indirect Calorimetry-Guided Parenteral Nutrition Prescribing in Oncology Patients

Indirect Calorimetry-Guided Parenteral Nutrition Prescribing in Oncology Patients

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18 years and older
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Phase N/A
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Overview

This study compares two methods of prescribing parenteral nutrition (PN) in adults with cancer who are unable to meet nutritional needs by oral or enteral intake.

Description

This is a single-center, randomized, open-label pilot study enrolling 50 adult oncology patients requiring PN (parenteral nutrition). Participants are randomized to weight-based dosing or indirect calorimetry-guided dosing. Outcomes include feasibility, acceptability, changes in PN prescription, adverse events, quality of life, and survival.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Adults aged ≥18 years
  • Diagnosis of cancer
  • Requirement for PN ≥1 week
  • Ability to provide informed consent
  • English-speaking

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Hospice enrollment
  • Mechanical ventilation
  • Chest tube or drain
  • Continuous renal replacement therapy
  • Supplemental oxygen

Study details
    Malnutitrion
    Cancer

NCT07776704

Fox Chase Cancer Center

22 August 2026

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