*The multivariate regression model included all available variables with p value <0.200 (except EMP and EPC levels alone). eGFR, estimated glomerular filtration rate; CKD-EPI equation, Chronic Kidney
BackgroundCancer cachexia is a multifactorial syndrome characterized by body weight loss and systemic inflammation. The characterization of the inflammatory response in patients with cachexia is still
Aim: The present study was established to investigate the use of the serum cystatin C/prealbumin (Cys-C/PAB) ratio as a predictive factor for long-term prognosis in patients with chronic heart failure
r, Pearson's correlation coefficient. Data for triglycerides, fasting plasma glucose, alanine aminotransferase, gamma-glutamyltransferase, and serum bilirubin were skewed and log-transformed for analy