Expert consensus on nutrition and multimodal management for the prevention and treatment of cancer-related sarcopenia
Expert Committee on Cancer Nutrition Therapy of Chinese Society of Clinical Oncology(CSCO)
Expert Committee on Supportive and Rehabilitative Care in Oncology of Chinese Society of Clinical Oncology(CSCO)
Abstract：Cancer-related sarcopenia is a common complication in patients with malignant tumors,characterized by progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass,reduced muscle strength,and decline in physical function.It significantly impacts patients'quality of life,the efficacy of anti-tumor treatments,and overall survival prognosis.The Expert Committee on Cancer Nutrition Therapy of Chinese Society of Clinical Oncology(CSCO)and the Expert Committee on Supportive and Rehabilitative Care in Oncology of CSCO,organized a national panel of national experts to develop this consensus,based on the current status of diagnosis and treatment of cancer-related sarcopenia in China,evidence from domestic and international publications,as well as expert experience and opinions.This consensus systematically elaborates on the definition,epidemiological characteristics,etiology and pathogenesis,screening and diagnosis methods,nutrition and multimodal management,prevention strategies and future research directions related to cancer-related sarcopenia.The aim is to provide standardized and individualized diagnosis and treatment guidance for clinical practice and to promote comprehensive,full-cycle management of cancer patients.
Keywords：Cancer-related sarcopeniaScreening and diagnosisNutrition and multimodal managementPrevention
Publication Date：2025-10-28
Online Publishing Date：2025-12-03(First online date of this platform, not the publication date of the document)
Pages：14( 1011-1024 )