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. 2024 Jan 18;28(1):95-100.
doi: 10.1188/24.CJON.95-100.

Cancer Cachexia

Amanda French  1
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Cancer Cachexia

Amanda French. Clin J Oncol Nurs. .

Abstract

Cancer cachexia is characterized by metabolic dysregulation, inflammation, and reduced food intake, and it results in loss of skeletal muscle. Although cachexia is pervasive in patients with advanced cancer, comprehensive cac.

Keywords: anorexia; cachexia; malnutrition; nutrition impact symptoms; sarcopenia.

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