Cachexia, weight loss and anemia are not always indicating malignancy

N. Tzanakis (Heraklion-Crete, Greece)

Source: Annual Congress 2008 - Clinical Grand Round - an interactive session
Session: Clinical Grand Round - an interactive session
Session type: Grand round
Number: 2706

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