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Proteinâenergy wasting (PEW) is the state of decreased body stores of protein and energy fuels (that is, body protein and fat masses). This abnormality is often associated with diminished functional capacity related to metabolic stresses.
Protein-Calorie Malnutrition: Overview and Treatment. Protein-calorie malnutrition results in 2 similar but distinct diseases, marasmus and kwashiorkor. Marasmus is defined simply as chronic deprivation of energy needed to maintain body weight. Kwashiorkor is a somewhat more complex disease. It is characterized by edema, low capillary-filtration rate, hypoalbuminemia, and dermatitis.