Evidence: nutritional support for cancer cachexia in dogs
Source: Europe PMC (Europe PubMed Central) REST search — first-hand peer-reviewed abstract records, pulled 2026-07-27. Query: cancer cachexia dog diet. The cluster returns 519 records in Europe PMC; 6 representative studies are extracted below. Abstract text is verbatim from source; each study is traceable by PMID.
Studies
- PMID 42307841 (2026, Veterinary research communications) — Plant extracts and phytochemicals in canine and feline mammary cancer models: current evidence and comparative perspectives... Mammary tumors are among the most common neoplasms in dogs and cats, and malignant forms are clinically important in both species. Surgery remains the main treatment approach and may be combined with other treatment modalities, but advanced cases are often associated with recurrence and limited responsiveness to conventional therapies. Phytochemicals and plant extracts have rec
- PMID 42268502 (2026, History and philosophy of the life sciences) — Crossing paths: historical and philosophical perspectives on cancer and diabetes classifications... No one is perfect, and this is particularly true of disease classifications. When diseases are classified according to different dimensions (topography, symptoms, morphology, aetiology, etc), some characteristics of the diseases are prioritised while others are downplayed. Moreover not all diseases are equally well characterised by a given dimension, and especially complex, chr
- PMID 41953598 (2026, Journal of clinical medicine research) — The Correct Nutritional Intake in the Prevention and Treatment of Skin Lesions in Patients With Spinal Cord Injury... <h4>Background</h4>Pressure injuries (PIs) are a serious and highly prevalent complication in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI), negatively impacting quality of life, rehabilitation, and healthcare costs. Given their multifactorial etiology, a multidisciplinary approach that includes nutritional interventions is essential. This review provides expert consensus on the ro
- PMID 41743561 (2026, Frontiers in veterinary science) — Differential causes of masticatory muscle disorders in dogs: a review of diagnosis, treatment and long-term management... Masticatory muscle disorders in the dog are complex and challenging cases to manage. Patients may present with inability or difficulties in opening or closing the mouth, making dysphagia and respiratory compromise major concerns. Time is of the essence in these circumstances, and prompt and accurate diagnosis and treatment are required to prevent potentially life-threatening co
- PMID 41718388 (2026, Pathophysiology : the official journal of the International Society for Pathophysiology) — Bridging the Gap Between Static Histology and Dynamic Organ-on-a-Chip Models... For more than a century, pathology has served as a cornerstone of modern medicine, relying primarily on static microscopic assessment of tissue morphology-such as H&E staining-which remains the "gold standard" for disease diagnosis. However, this conventional paradigm provides only a snapshot of disease states and often fails to capture their dynamic evolution and complex funct
- PMID 41514729 (2025, Animals : an open access journal from MDPI) — Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Quality Claims Associated with Fresh Pet Food: Evaluating Scientific Evidence for Additives, Ingredient Quality, and Effects of Processing in Pet Nutrition... The fresh pet food market has experienced substantial growth, with manufacturers making quality claims that influence consumer purchasing decisions and veterinary recommendations. This systematic review evaluates the scientific evidence supporting three prevalent claims associated with fresh pet food: that additives, preservatives, and fillers are harmful to pet health; that hu
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