Protein and Amino Acid Metabolism in Cancer Cachexia

Pisters, Peter W.T.; Brennan, Murray F.

Cancer cachexia is a complex syndrome characterized by diminished nutrient intake and progressive tissue depletion manifest clinically as anorexia and weight loss. This review examines the basic research that has addressed the fundamental derangements in host intermediary protein metabolism and evaluates current therapeutic approaches to the management of cancer cachexia. This volume provides a new approach as well as a comprehensive review of current basic and clinical research.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2013-10-03

Format: Paperback

ISBN-10: 9783662223482

ISBN-13: 9783662223482

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-662-22346-8

Dimensions: 254cm x178cm

Pages: 275