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Oral Supplementation of Glutamine on Gastric Cancer Patients After Gastrectomy
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital
Summary
Glutamine has the potentials of immunomodulation and adjustment of protein metabolism. The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of glutamine on sarcopenia in gastric adenocarcinoma patients undergoing gastrectomy. The secondary endpoints, including the physical activity, weight loss, and nutritional profiles, will be evaluated among these patients.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
20 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
120
Start Date
2023-02-21
Completion Date
2026-08-30
Last Updated
2025-12-23
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
oral glutamine
10 g glutamine +5 g Maltodextrin for 28 days after surgery with tolerable oral intake or enteral feeding
Maltodextrin
Maltodextrin
Locations (1)
National Taiwan University Hospital
Taipei, Taiwan