Cancer-related anorexia-cachexia syndrome.
Cancer-related anorexia-cachexia syndrome (CACS) is an under-recognized component of accelerated mortality and morbidity in patients with advanced cancer. The lack of desire to eat also can create tension and conflict between patients and their families. Advanced practice nurses play a vital role in ensuring early assessment and interventions for patients with CACS.
Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown, NY, USA. daw2164@columbia.edu
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D000855:Anorexia / Q000209:etiology*; D000970:Antineoplastic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002100:Cachexia / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000150:complications* / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery
D000970:Antineoplastic Agents