Enhancement in Quality of Life in Adavnced Head & Neck Cancer Patients After Nutritional Supplementation

Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 16, Issue 9

Abstract

Advanced head & neck cancer patients undergoing chemoradiation as palliation are emaciated and respond poorly to treatment. Nutritional supplementation with available resources enhanced the quality of life and helped the patient enduring the treatment.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr. M. Kavidha, Dr. K. Mahendran, Dr. R. Thalapathy Ramkumar

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  • EP ID EP255764
  • DOI 10.9790/0853-1609025254
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Dr. M. Kavidha, Dr. K. Mahendran, Dr. R. Thalapathy Ramkumar (2017). Enhancement in Quality of Life in Adavnced Head & Neck Cancer Patients After Nutritional Supplementation. IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS), 16(9), 52-54. https://www.europub.co.uk/articles/-A-255764