Protein-Energy Malnutrition
Synonyms
Malnutrition, Protein-Calorie
Malnutrition, Protein-Energy
Malnutritions, Protein-Energy
Marasmus
Protein Calorie Malnutrition
Protein Energy Malnutrition
Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
The lack of sufficient energy or protein to meet the body's metabolic demands, as a result of either an inadequate dietary intake of protein, intake of poor quality dietary protein, increased demands due to disease, or increased nutrient losses.
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