Prevalence of malnutrition among patients with breast cancer and colorectal cancer in Hospital Tuanku Ja’afar, Seremban

Abstract

Background: Malnutrition is common among cancer patients, and it can impact the surgical outcomes of the patients undergoing elective surgery. Addressing malnutrition at the early stage of treatment will enhance the recovery process of the patients after anti-cancer treatments. Our study aimed to assess the nutritional status among breast and colorectal cancer patients who were scheduled for elective surgery and treatment.