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Calorie-restricted, Ketogenic Diet and Transient Fasting vs. Standard Nutrition During Reirradiation for Patients With Recurrent Glioblastoma: the ERGO2 Study
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating calorie-restricted ketogenic diet and transient fasting and standard nutrition for Recurrent Glioblastoma. Completed, enrolled 50 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
Increased glucose metabolism is characteristic for solid tumors. Thereby, glucose is important for the generation of ATP, supply of anabolic substrates and defense against reactive oxygen species in tumor cells. In preclinical models, restricting glucose availability using a ketogenic diet, calorie-restriction or transient fasting inhibits tumor growth. Therefore, the purpose of the study is to evaluate whether a calorie-restricted, ketogenic diet and transient fasting can enhance the efficacy of reirradiation in patients with recurrent glioblastoma.
Study Details
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Interventions
On day 1-3 and day 7-9, restriction of carbohydrates to \< 60 g and of calories to 21-23 kcal/kg per day, on day 4-6 fasting. On day 1-3 and 7-9, restriction of carbohydrates can be supported by the use of drinks provided by "Tavarlin".
nutrition as recommended by the german society for nutrition, 30 kcal/kg per day