Prehabilitation for Colorectal Cancer Patients With Low Functional Capacity and Malnutrition

Launched by MCGILL UNIVERSITY · Aug 11, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how improving nutrition and physical health can help older patients with colorectal cancer who are scheduled for surgery. Many of these patients struggle to walk a certain distance (400 meters in six minutes) before their operation, which could affect their recovery. The researchers believe that many of these patients may be malnourished, and by focusing on improving their nutrition, they might be able to help them walk further and recover better after surgery.

To be eligible for this trial, participants need to be 65 years or older, have colorectal cancer, and currently be unable to walk the required distance. They also need to show signs of malnutrition. However, those with certain health issues, advanced cancer, or who do not speak English or French cannot participate. If you join the trial, you can expect support in improving your nutrition and physical performance, which could lead to better health outcomes before and after surgery.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients aged 65 years and older;
• • Patients with cancer scheduled for primary colorectal resection;
• • Patients with 6MWD at baseline less than 400 m;
• • Patients with Patient-Generated Subjective-Global Assessment (malnutrition assessment) score equal or greater than 9.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Patients with history of premorbid conditions that contraindicate exercise including dementia, -Parkinson's disease or previous stroke with paresis;
• • Metastatic cancer;
• • Patients who do not speak English or French and cannot be accompanied by someone who speaks English or French;