Plain-English translation of NCT06510543 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether a personalized nutrition plan works better than standard nutrition support for people with esophageal cancer who are undergoing surgery. Many esophageal cancer patients are malnourished before surgery, which increases the risk of serious complications after the operation. This study compares two approaches: one group receives a carefully supervised nutrition plan designed to meet their individual daily calorie and protein goals (which may include ORAL IMPACT®, a special medical food), while the other group receives standard nutrition advice without this extra support.
Poor nutrition before surgery is a major risk factor for complications and slower recovery in esophageal cancer patients. Previous research suggests that personalized nutrition support can reduce complications and improve survival, but we need to confirm whether this approach works specifically for people with esophageal cancer who are at nutritional risk.
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If you join this trial, you will be randomly assigned to either the personalized nutrition group or the standard nutrition group. If assigned to the personalized group, a nutrition specialist will work with you to create a tailored meal plan (including homemade meals and possibly ORAL IMPACT®) based on your daily calorie and protein targets, starting before your surgery and continuing after. Both groups will be monitored closely for 90 days after surgery to check for complications, and researchers will also track your nutritional status, whether cancer comes back, and how long you survive.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 24, 2026 · Not medical advice
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