Nutrition and Exercise for Older Adults with Cancer
Preserving Physical Function in Older Adults With Cancer: Impact of an Optimizing Nutrition Intervention Applied Before and After Surgery
- Age
- 55 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Other
- Participants needed
- 188 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development · Federal
This trial is looking for older Veterans who are preparing for surgery due to gastrointestinal or genitourinary cancer. Participants will follow a high-protein nutrition plan and exercise program to help maintain their physical function before and after surgery.
You may be able to join if
- I am a Veteran.
- I have cancer stages I, II, or III.
- I am scheduled for surgery within 2-8 weeks.
- I am over 55 years old.
- I speak English.
- I can track my dietary intake or have someone to help me.
- I am willing to be assigned to different treatment groups.
You may not be able to join if
- I have stage IV cancer.
- My kidney function is low (GFR less than 45).
- I have neurological conditions that affect my function.
- I have severe heart failure.
- I have significant weight loss due to cachexia.
- I am receiving treatment for another cancer.
- I weigh more than 450 pounds.
- I have uncontrolled diabetes.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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