Nutrition support study for cancer patients on treatment
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests a special nutrition drink, Fortimel, for people with colorectal, stomach, or lung cancer who are getting chemo, radiation, or immunotherapy. It aims to see if this extra nutrition can help patients who are at risk for malnutrition.
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Who can take part
- You have colorectal, stomach, or lung cancer that was confirmed by a tissue sample.
- Your cancer is at any stage (from early to advanced) for lung cancer or colorectal/stomach cancer.
- You are currently receiving chemotherapy, radiation, or immunotherapy.
- You have been identified as at risk for malnutrition (a score of 2 on a simple nutrition screening).
- You are able to read and communicate, and your doctor expects you to live at least 6 more months.
- You are willing to take a special nutrition drink called Fortimel.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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