Prevalence of undernutrition at admission and associated factors among children with cancer admitted to the University Hospital of Tangier: a cross-sectional study - Takeaways - MDSpire

Prevalence of undernutrition at admission and associated factors among children with cancer admitted to the University Hospital of Tangier: a cross-sectional study

  • By

  • Amal Boumlik

  • Abdallah Oulmaati

  • Adil Najdi

  • Karima Sammoud

  • Yousra El Boussaadni

  • June 5, 2026

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    The study assessed undernutrition prevalence in 97 pediatric cancer patients at the University Hospital of Tangier.

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    The prevalence of undernutrition was 35.1% based on BMI/A and 44.3% based on MUAC/A measurements.

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    Factors associated with undernutrition included rural origin, solid tumors, and low socioeconomic status.

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    No significant associations were found between undernutrition and variables such as age or gender.

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    The study highlights the need for improved nutritional care in pediatric oncology, particularly in resource-limited settings.

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Prevalence of undernutrition at admission and associated factors among children with cancer admitted to the University Hospital of Tangier: a cross-sectional study

  • by Amal Boumlik, Abdallah Oulmaati, Adil Najdi, Karima Sammoud, Yousra El Boussaadni

  • June 5, 2026

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