Perioperative nutrition interventions for women with ovarian cancer.

Background: Women with ovarian cancer have been shown to be at significant risk of malnutrition with incidence rates described as being between 28% to 67%. Nutrition interventions may improve clinical outcomes positively, nutritional status or quality of life measures in this patient group.

Objectives: This review was conducted to assess the effects of nutrition interventions during the perioperative period for women with ovarian cancer.

Nutritional management of patients undergoing surgery following diagnosis with encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis.

Background: Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis (EPS) is a rare but serious complication of peritoneal dialysis (PD). Gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms affect appetite and dietary intake. Adequate nutrition is especially important if surgical interventions are required.