malnutrition

Malnutrition occurs when the intake of nutrients is less than requirements.
We differentiate between:

• quantitative malnutrition: energy requirements are not fulfilled due to insufficient food intake
• qualitative malnutrition: due to an unbalanced diet resulting in a deficiency of certain nutrients 

The results of a deficiency in energy or nutrient intake include weight loss, susceptibility to infection, and organ dysfunction. To correct malnutrition, therapy which adapts the diet to individual needs is necessary.

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