Pediatric oncology nutritional practices in high-income countries: A survey from the International Society of Paediatric Oncology (SIOP).

Background: Optimal nutrition in pediatric oncology can influence cancer-related outcomes. To establish an understanding of nutrition practice and perceptions of best practice, we queried nutrition providers practicing in pediatric oncology care centers in high-income countries.

Methods: An electronic, multidisciplinary, cross-sectional survey of nutrition practices was conducted among pediatric oncology nutrition practitioners.

Nutrition management of pediatric patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: Guidelines, gaps, and research.

Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) is a key component of supportive care for children undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. During the transplant process, several complications and side effects may be encountered that require alteration of the nutrition support, interventions, and monitoring provided. The focus of this review is to discuss current guidelines and research for the provision of MNT to these patients, along with recommendations on how to bridge the gap in MNT knowledge.

Retinol Binding Protein, Sunlight Hours, and the Influenza Virus-Specific Immune Response.

Healthy pediatric immune responses depend on adequate vitamin A and D levels. Relationships between solar ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation and vitamin D are well understood, while relationships between sunlight, vitamin A, and its serum escort, retinol binding protein (RBP), are not. A pediatric clinical study enrolled 2-8-year-old children at various times between September 2016 and March 2017, inclusive, in Memphis, Tennessee.

When Reality and Research Collide: Guidelines Are Essential for Optimal Nutrition Care in Pediatric Oncology.

Nutritional problems are common in pediatric oncology due to the side effects of the disease and treatment. Nutrition intervention can be challenging, and little is known about the current clinical practice of registered dietitian nutritionists. An online questionnaire emailed to members of the pediatric, oncology nutrition, and clinical manager practice groups of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, consisted of items related to current nutrition practice.

Comparison of Resting Energy Expenditure Assessment in Pediatric Oncology Patients.

Background: Evaluation of energy requirements is an important part of the nutrition assessment of pediatric oncology patients. Adequate provision of energy in this population is of extreme importance because of the prevalence of malnutrition and its effect on growth, development, quality of life, morbidity, and mortality. Numerous methods are used in clinical practice for estimating the resting energy expenditures (REE), specifically indirect calorimetry and predictive equations.