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[Malnutrition in chronic diseases].

Noël Cano1, Jean-Claude Melchior

  • 1Service d'hépato-gastro-entérologie et nutrition CHP Résidence du Parc Rue Gaston-Berger 13362 Marseille. njm.cano@wanadoo.fr

La Revue Du Praticien
|April 12, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Malnutrition affects 40% of patients with chronic diseases, increasing complications and mortality. Early nutritional assessment and supplementation can improve outcomes and survival rates in these patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Clinical Nutrition
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Patient Outcomes

Context:

  • Malnutrition is prevalent in approximately 40% of patients experiencing chronic diseases.
  • It is linked to increased complication rates, disability, healthcare needs, and mortality.
  • Malnutrition arises from inadequate intake or impaired nutrient absorption/metabolism.

Purpose:

  • To highlight the significance of nutritional assessment in chronic disease patients.
  • To underscore the benefits of nutritional supplementation for improving patient status and survival.
  • To explore future therapeutic strategies for malnutrition in chronic diseases.

Summary:

  • Nutritional assessment is crucial for early detection and management of malnutrition in chronic disease.
  • Nutritional supplementation has demonstrated efficacy in enhancing nutritional status and survival in specific patient groups.
  • Future treatments may involve personalized approaches combining nutritional support with rehabilitation and anabolic hormones.

Impact:

  • Improved patient outcomes through timely nutritional interventions.
  • Reduced healthcare burden associated with malnutrition complications.
  • Enhanced survival rates and quality of life for individuals with chronic diseases.

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