Quantitative and Qualitative Radiological Assessment of Sarcopenia and Cachexia in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review

Quantitative and Qualitative Radiological Assessment of Sarcopenia and Cachexia in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review

Sarcopenia, an extremely common condition in cancer patients, is described as a progressive and generalized musculoskeletal disorder that is associated with an increased likelihood of adverse outcomes, including falls, fractures, physical disability, and mortality. By contrast, cachexia is defined a...

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Main Authors: Sveva Mortellaro, Sonia Triggiani, Federica Mascaretti, Micol Galloni, Ornella Garrone, Gianpaolo Carrafiello, Michele Ghidini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-02-01
Series:Journal of Personalized Medicine
Subjects:
sarcopenia
cachexia
radiological assessment
BIA
DEXA
CT scan
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4426/14/3/243

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