Surgery for cancers of the digestive tract is associated with a high risk of postoperative complications. Peri-operative nutritional support is part of the treatment plan, with a demonstrated positive impact on postoperative course. The aim of this good clinical practices guide is to help surgeons and physicians in improving malnutrition screening and implementing perioperative nutritional care.
Keywords: Cancer; Guidelines; Immunonutrition; Nutrition; Surgery.
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