Supporting the optimal management of cancer-related malnutrition and sarcopenia
New COSA position statement
Supporting the optimal management of cancer-related malnutrition and sarcopenia – New COSA position statement
As many as 150,000 people are expected to be diagnosed with cancer in Australia this year. Of these, 1 in 3 will be malnourished or sarcopenic which can have a significant impact on their survival, quality of life, and ability to complete cancer treatment.
A multidisciplinary approach to cancer-related malnutrition and sarcopenia is essential from diagnosis through to recovery and across all health care settings from acute to primary care. Treatment for these conditions requires the specialist skills of several members of the multidisciplinary team as well as team members skilled in identifying or screening.
The COSA position statement has been developed for health professionals and health services to use to advocate for the resources and services required to support optimal management of cancer-related malnutrition and sarcopenia. The position statement includes tips to help implement the recommendations into practice at your health services as well as links to further supporting resources.
