Predictive model for assessing malnutrition in elderly hospitalized cancer patients: A machine learning approach.

Journal: Geriatric nursing (New York, N.Y.)
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Malnutrition is prevalent among elderly cancer patients. This study aims to develop a predictive model for malnutrition in hospitalized elderly cancer patients.

Authors

  • Ran Duan
    Clinical Medical College, Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
  • Qingyuan Li
    Forestry and Fruit Tree Research Institute, Wuhan Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Wuhan, China.
  • Qing Xiu Yuan
    School of Nursing, Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, 610500, China.
  • Jiaxin Hu
    School of Music and Dance, Qiqihar University, Qiqihar, China.
  • Tong Feng
    Department of Biomedical Engineering, Tianjin University, 92 Weijin Rd., Tianjin, 300072, China.
  • Tao Ren