Abstract:Malnutrition is a common finding in patients with cancer and can significantly affect disease progress and patients’ survival. Gastrointestinal Cancers (GIC) are amongst the most common cancer types. In gastroin-testinal cancer patients, the prevalence of malnutrition has been estimated to be around 39-67%. Body composition reflects the nutritional status. Bio-Impedance Analysis (BIA) is a noninvasive, time- and cost-effective technique to analyse body composition. This review paper aims to critically summari… Show more
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