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From: Weight loss, dysphagia and supplement intake in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS): impact on quality of life and therapeutic options

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Mean scores of ALSFRS_R and SF36 questionnaire of patients without and with weight loss and impact of high calorie supplements/PEG. Mean scores of ALSFRS_R (A) and SF36 questionnaire (B) of patients without and with weight loss. The latter group showed significantly lower scores at the ALSFRS_R and the SF36 subscales “physical functioning” and “vitality”. 58.3% of patients consuming high calorie supplements and 76.9% of patients who had undergone PEG reported subsequent weight stabilization or even weight gain (C and D). * p < 0.05, ** p < 0.01.

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