Impact of malnutrition on immunity and infection

Malnutrition may be a consequence of energy deficit or micronutrient deficiency. It is considered the most relevant risk factor for illness and death, particularly in developing countries. In this review we described the magnitude of this problem, as well as its direct effect on the immune system an...

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Main Authors: TGD França, LLW Ishikawa, SFG Zorzella-Pezavento, F Chiuso-Minicucci, MLRS da Cunha, A Sartori
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SciELO 2009-01-01
Series:Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins including Tropical Diseases
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Online Access:http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1678-91992009000300003