By: J. Eksteen MSc, C. Matthys PhD, R. Blaauw PhD, L. Husson , C. Veugelen , A. Uyttebroeck MD, PhD
Malnutrition within paediatric oncology has been linked to morbidity and mortality. As such, nutritional status is now recognised as a modifiable prognostic factor. Due to the complex nature of malnutrition in this group, a personalised approach to nutrition therapy has been suggested. This requires accessible and validated techniques to assess energy requirements and nutritional status.
(BELG J MED ONCOL 2025;19(2):63–67)
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