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ATHREPSIA [2 records]

Record 1 2007-12-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Dietetics
DEF

A form of protein-calorie malnutrition chiefly occurring during the first year of life, characterized by growth retardation and progressive wasting of subcutaneous fat and muscle, but usually with retention of the appetite and mental alertness. Infectious diseases may be precipitating factors.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Diététique
DEF

Forme sévère de malnutrition protéino-énergétique survenant généralement chez les enfants et caractérisée par une atrophie musculaire, une perte du tissu adipeux sous-cutané, un retard de croissance et une perte de poids.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Dietética
DEF

Desnutrición calórico-proteica [que] afecta predominantemente a lactantes.

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Record 2 2003-06-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Veterinary Medicine
OBS

in newborn animals

French

Domaine(s)
  • Médecine vétérinaire
DEF

Déchéance nutritionnelle extrême des nouveau-nés, par suite notamment de diarrhée chronique. Il y a déshydratation, fonte graisseuse et hypothermie.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Medicina veterinaria
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