Study on Early Satiety in Cancer Patients
Author Information
Author(s): P.J. Armes, H.J. Plant, A. Allbnrght, T. Silverstone, M.L. Slevin
Primary Institution: Imperial Cancer Research Fund, Department of Medical Oncology, St Bartholomew's and Homerton Hospitals, London
Hypothesis
Early satiety may be a major contributing factor to decreased food intake in cancer patients.
Conclusion
The study suggests that early satiety is a significant issue for a small minority of cancer patients, impacting their food intake.
Supporting Evidence
- Early satiety occurred in 10% of patients studied.
- Patients with early satiety had a significant increase in hunger ratings.
- Those with early satiety reported feeling more empty and miserable.
Takeaway
Some cancer patients feel full after eating just a little food, which makes it hard for them to eat enough.
Methodology
Patients were starved and their hunger, emptiness, mood, and mental activity were measured using visual analogue scales.
Potential Biases
Patients may have misinterpreted their feelings of fullness as loss of appetite.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size and may not represent all cancer patients.
Participant Demographics
47 men and 14 women, mean age 59 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.00004
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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