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Marasmus: Introduction

Marasmus: A form of malnutrition caused by a severe deficiency of both protein and calories. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Marasmus is available below.

Symptoms of Marasmus

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Marasmus: Complications

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Medical Textbooks Online about Marasmus

Medical Books Excerpts
  • "Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition)" (2005)
  • "Handbook of Diseases" (2003)

Book excerpts: Copyright © 2008 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. All rights reserved.

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Clinical Trials for Marasmus

The US based website ClinicalTrials.gov lists information on both federally and privately supported clinical trials using human volunteers.

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Definitions of Marasmus:

Extreme malnutrition and emaciation (especially in children); can result from inadequate intake of food or from malabsorption or metabolic disorders - (Source - WordNet 2.1)


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