Comprehensive effects of supplemented essential amino acids in patients with severe COPD and sarcopenia

Aim. Aim of the study was to investigate whether or not oral supplementation of essential amino acids (EAAs) may improve body composition, muscle metabolism, physical activity, cognitive function, and health status in a population of subjects with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)...

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Main Authors: R.W. Dal Negro, R. Aquilani, S. Bertacco, F. Boschi, C. Micheletto, S. Tognella
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Publications 2016-01-01
Series:Monaldi Archives for Chest Disease
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Online Access:https://www.monaldi-archives.org/index.php/macd/article/view/310