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Brief Title: Effect of an Oral Supplement on the Total Energy and Protein Intake of Head and Neck Cancer Patients in the Last 2 Weeks of Radiation Therapy
Official Title: Efficacy of an Oral Nutrition Supplement on the Total Caloric and Protein Intake of Head and Neck Cancer Patients During the Last 2 Weeks of Radiation Therapy
Study ID: NCT00375700
Brief Summary: In this study, an oral nutrition supplement has been developed that take into consideration: the nutritional requirements, treatment side-effects and taste preferences of head and neck cancer patients; the acceptance of a supplement when experiencing radiation therapy side-effects; and the taste preferences of head and neck cancer patients which may affect the supplement intake. We hope to increase dietary intake during the last 2 weeks of radiation therapy.
Detailed Description:
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Eligible Ages: ADULT, OLDER_ADULT
Sex: ALL
Healthy Volunteers: No
Name: Cathy Kubrak, PhD
Affiliation: University of Alberta
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR