Prediction model for tube feeding dependency during chemoradiotherapy for at least four weeks in head and neck cancer patients: A tool for prophylactic gastrostomy decision making

Background & aims Chemoradiation and bioradiation (CRT/BRT) for locally advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (LAHNSCC) often comes with high toxicity rates, interfering with oral intake and leading to temporary tube feeding (TF) dependency. High-quality scientific evidence for indicators of prophylactic gastrostomy insertion is not available. The aim of this retrospective cohort study was to develop a prediction model to identify...