ArticleJournal of medical radiation sciences2025
Fuelling Recovery: Is There a Role for Radiation Therapists in Optimising Nutrition for Women With Breast Cancer?
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introductionWomen with breast cancer receiving radiation therapy (RT) can experience treatment side effects and compromised quality of life. The quality of a person's diet can play a vital role in preventing cancer and other chronic diseases. Despite this, studies show many Australians do not meet the recommended guidelines for consuming a quality diet. Currently, women with breast cancer receiving RT are not routinely provided nutritional support, highlighting a possible gap in the comprehensive care of this population. This study aims to explore the dietary practices of women with breast cancer receiving RT and their perceptions of nutritional support during treatment. Furthermore, an investigation of the radiation therapists' role in providing nutritional support is considered.
methodsA cross-sectional study design was implemented via an online survey. The survey was offered to women with breast cancer receiving RT in Australia's Capital Territory, New South Wales and Queensland regions. The survey comprised 70 questions focused on exercise, nutritional habits and overall health. The Short Dietary Questions were used specifically for the nutrition-based questions.
resultsNinety women completed the survey; none met all recommended dietary guidelines, with only 33% consuming recommended fruit servings and 12% meeting vegetable requirements daily. While half the women reported receiving dietary guidance during RT, the content and quality of advice are unclear.
conclusionThis study highlights both the dietary patterns of women with breast cancer receiving RT and their unmet needs for nutritional guidance. While nutritional support is crucial for patient wellbeing during cancer treatment, further research is needed to determine optimal approaches for diet education delivery. Specifically, investigation into how radiation therapists can effectively integrate evidence-based nutritional support into their practice to improve patient care.
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