Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Personalized nutrition counseling for esophageal cancer patients undergoing treatment

Official title: Personalized Nutrition Counseling to Improve the Nutritional Status of Esophageal Cancer or Head and Neck Cancer Patients Undergoing Concurrent Chemoradiotherapy

Run by Chang Gung Memorial Hospital · NCT06829095 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if personalized nutrition counseling can help esophageal cancer patients feel better and improve their nutrition while they are undergoing treatment.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment90 (estimated)
SponsorChang Gung Memorial Hospital
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations1 site (New Taipei City)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 22, 2023
Main results expectedJune 30, 2025
Study endsJune 30, 2025
Registry record updatedFebruary 17, 2025
Trial IDNCT06829095 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include adults over 18 with pathologically confirmed esophageal or head and neck cancer who are undergoing concurrent chemoradiotherapy.

Probably not a fit

Patients with multiple cancers, severe gastrointestinal dysfunction, or significant organ failure may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to enhance the nutritional status of esophageal cancer patients receiving concurrent chemoradiotherapy through personalized nutrition counseling. Dietitians will provide tailored dietary advice and follow up with participants weekly via communication software or telephone. The study will assess changes in nutritional status and quality of life using specific questionnaires and physical assessments. By integrating individualized nutritional strategies, the study seeks to improve outcomes for patients facing malnutrition during treatment.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the nutritional health and quality of life for esophageal cancer patients undergoing treatment.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with personalized nutrition interventions in cancer care, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. pathologically and CT confirmed esophageal cancer or head and neck cancer
2. CCRT therapy
3. ECOG performance status grade≦2
4. agree to participate the trial
5. over 18 years
6. no pregnant

Exclusion Criteria:

1. have two or more cancers
2. gastrointestinal tract cannot function
3. NYHA class 4
4. abnormal liver and kidney function
5. Abnormal bone marrow hematopoiesis

Where it's running

  • Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
    New Taipei City, Taiwan
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.