Oncologists' Perspectives on Ketogenic Diets in Pediatric Brain Cancer: Potential, Challenges, and the Path Forward.

ABSTRACT: Background/objectives: Treating pediatric brain tumors remains challenging due to the limitations of conventional therapies, which often damage healthy cells. Ketogenic diets (KDs)-high in fat and low in carbohydrates-have emerged as potential adjunct therapies by limiting glucose availability and offering ketones as an alternative energy source proposed to hinder tumor growth. However, due to limited awareness, there is hesitancy to recommend KDs. Methods: This study assessed oncologists' knowledge and perceptions in Saudi Arabia regarding KD use in pediatric brain cancer patients. A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 94 oncologists from five major Riyadh healthcare centers, examining their knowledge, safety concerns, feasibility, and perceived efficacy of KDs. Res

SUBMITTER: AlMutairi H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12430085 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature