[Nutritional support for individuals with advanced oncological pathology].

Cachexia increases the risk of therapeutic failure and reduces the quality of life for cancer patients. Patients with nutritional risks should be referred to a dietitian. Nutritional interventions primarily include meal adaptation and oral nutritional supplements.

Assessing Inspiratory Muscle Strength for Early Detection of Respiratory Failure in Motor Neuron Disease: Should We Use MIP, SNIP, or Both?

Background: Motor neuron disease (MND) invariably impacts on inspiratory muscle strength leading to respiratory failure. Regular assessment of sniff nasal inspiratory pressure (SNIP) and/or maximal mouth inspiratory pressure (MIP) contributes to early detection of a requirement for ventilatory support.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to compare the feasibility, agreement, and performance of both tests in MND.

[The impact of medication on vitamins and trace elements].

Epidemiological studies have shown that vitamin or trace-element deficiencies are frequent in the general population. Food intake can be incriminated, but various drugs may also precipitate micronutrient deficits. Indeed, the consequences of pharmacotherapy on micronutrients are yet modestly explored in clinical practice settings.