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Albumin‐myosteatosis gauge as a novel prognostic risk factor in patients with non‐metastatic colorectal cancer

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Myosteatosis and systemic inflammation are well‐known prognostic factors in patients with colorectal cancer (CRC). The serum albumin level is a reflection of malnutrition and systemic inflammation, which in turn plays… Click to show full abstract

Myosteatosis and systemic inflammation are well‐known prognostic factors in patients with colorectal cancer (CRC). The serum albumin level is a reflection of malnutrition and systemic inflammation, which in turn plays a key role in the development of myosteatosis. However, few studies have been conducted on these synergistic effects. This study aimed to examine the individual and synergistic effects of different prognostic markers related to skeletal muscle quality and serum albumin levels in patients with CRC.

Keywords: albumin myosteatosis; myosteatosis; myosteatosis gauge; gauge novel; colorectal cancer

Journal Title: Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle
Year Published: 2023

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