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Journal : Jurnal Kesmas dan Gizi (JKG)

The Role of Protein in Nutritional Support and Recovery of Ovarian Cancer Patients: A Narrative Review Kusuma, Fitriyadi
JURNAL KESMAS DAN GIZI (JKG) Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Kesmas dan Gizi (JKG)
Publisher : Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat Institut Kesehatan Medistra Lubuk Pakam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35451/jkg.v7i2.2666

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Background: Protein intake is essential for maintaining muscle mass, accelerating postoperative recovery, and improving chemotherapy tolerance in ovarian cancer patients. However, few reviews have specifically addressed its impact on prognosis and quality of life. Objective: To review scientific evidence on the effect of protein intake in ovarian cancer patients. Methodology: Literature was searched through PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar using keywords such as protein intake, ovarian cancer, muscle mass, fatigue, and quality of life. Studies were selected based on clear methodology and relevance of findings. Results: Protein consumption ?1.5 g/kg body weight/day was associated with increased muscle mass and reduced muscle loss during chemotherapy. Protein supplementation before and after surgery supported gastrointestinal recovery and shortened hospital stay. Adequate protein intake also enhanced immune function and reduced the risk of fatigue and malnutrition. Patients with higher protein intake showed better progression-free survival outcomes. Discussion: Sufficient protein intake supports physical recovery and therapy tolerance in ovarian cancer patients. Nutritional interventions, including protein supplementation, may serve as an important part of comprehensive cancer management. Conclusion: Adequate protein intake plays a significant role in improving clinical outcomes and quality of life for ovarian cancer patients. Nutrition should be personalized as part of cancer care. Recommendation: Nutritional assessment and planning for protein intake should be integrated into the care protocols for ovarian cancer patients, particularly during the perioperative and chemotherapy phases. Collaboration among physicians, dietitians, and oncology teams is essential.
Co-Authors Abdullah, Muhammad Raoul Taufiq Adiyarianni, Ghina Ahmad Fauzi Alexander AW Peters Alifaturrasyid Syafaatullah Ridwan Alifaturrasyid Syafaatullah Ridwan Amalia, Ginva Andi Darma Putra Andrijono Andrijono Anggaraeni, Tricia Dewi Anggraeni, Tricia Dewi Ani Retno Prijanti Aria Kekalih Arini Setiawati As’syifa, Salsa Billa Bambang Sutrisna Binathara, Geraldus Sigap Gung Darmiati, Sawitri Elfahmi, Khalida Ikhlasiya Tajdar Gefariena Fadhly, RM Ali Faisha Rahma, Melly Fauzi Ahmad Muda Ferry Sandra Fiastuti Witjaksono Gatot Purwoto Hadinata, Valencia Hariyono Winarto Hariyono Winarto Iwan Darmansjah Jan Susilo Joedo Prihartono Junita Indarti Kadarusman, Adib Kamil Putra Kartiwa Hadi Nuryanto Kemal Akbar Suryoadji Kemal Akbar Suryoadji Kemal Akbar Suryoadji Kemal Akbar Suryoadji Laila Nuranna Laila Nuranna Laila Nuranna Liedapraja, Mediana s. Lisnawati Liva Wijaya Malano, Yoarva Metasyah, Namira Michael Adrian Muhammad Haekal Muhammad Haekal Muhammad Ilyas Mutiara Riani Nasution, Hiro Hidaya Danial Oktalia, Arisda Oni Khonsa Purnomo Hyaswicaksono Putra, Abdul Hafiidh Surya Ridwan, Alifaturrasyid Syafaatullah Rizky Humairah , Inas Sahat B. Matondang Sekarutami, Sri Mutya SEPTELIA INAWATI WANANDI Sini, Kieran Pasha Ivan Siregar, Trifonia Pingkan Sitorus, Christina Soloan, Garry Sri Mutya Sekarutami Surahman Hakim Surya Putra, Abdul Hafiidh Suryoadji, Kemal Akbar Tofan Widya Utami Tofan Widya Utami Tricia Dewi Anggraeni Tricia Dewi Anggraeni Utami, Tofan Widya Widya Utami, Tofan Wulandari, Anisa Saphira Zahra, Reihana