Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4205016 | Archivos de Bronconeumología | 2007 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The present review covers the most important facets of the prevalence, etiology, pathogenesis, and consequences of malnutrition in COPD and considers which parameters for nutritional assessment are the most satisfactory for use in routine clinical practice. The strategy used to ensure correct nutritional status in these patients is also discussed.
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Authors
Sergio Alcolea Batres, José Villamor León, Rodolfo Álvarez-Sala,