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. 2009 Jan;13(1):47-55.
doi: 10.1007/s12603-009-0009-x.

Cachexia and aging: an update based on the Fourth International Cachexia Meeting

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Cachexia and aging: an update based on the Fourth International Cachexia Meeting

J E Morley et al. J Nutr Health Aging. 2009 Jan.
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Abstract

This manuscript highlights the new developments in the pathophysiology of anorexia, cachexia and sarcopenia, based on presentations given at the Fourth International Cachexia Meeting. It stresses the importance of these conditions in older persons.

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