The silent burden: understanding Cachexia

Cancer Cachexia: Looking Beyond Weight Loss

In this video, Dr. Dina Hamza explores cancer cachexia as a complex metabolic syndrome that extends far beyond simple weight loss. While oncology continues to advance with new targeted therapies and immunotherapies, many patients struggle to benefit fully from treatment because of muscle wasting, systemic inflammation, increased energy expenditure, and progressive nutritional decline. The session examines the biological mechanisms driving cachexia and explains why addressing nutritional status is essential for optimizing patient outcomes throughout the cancer journey.

What can you learn as a Healthcare Professional?

This webinar highlights the often overlooked burden of cachexia and its implications for clinical practice, including:

• Why cachexia differs from malnutrition and requires a broader metabolic perspective.
• How systemic inflammation and hypermetabolism drive muscle loss and functional decline.
• The impact of cachexia on treatment delivery, toxicity, and survival outcomes.
• Practical approaches for early screening, nutritional assessment, and intervention.
• The importance of a multidisciplinary strategy involving oncologists, dietitians, nurses, pharmacists, and supportive care teams.

Explore the Full Learning Experience on DNC

Watch the full session now on Danone Nutricia Campus (DNC) to deepen your understanding of cancer cachexia and its impact on patient care. Discover why early recognition and proactive nutritional management matter, and access more information within the full resource to support better clinical decision‑making.