Abstract
Fasting and starvation affect various aspects of lung structure and function in experimental animals. Short-term food deprivation influences lung metabolism and biochemistry; prolonged partial food restriction affects lung structure and mechanics as well. This article provides a historical review of the topic and summarizes data obtained in humans and animals.
Publication types
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
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Review
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Aged
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Animals
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Child
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Fasting
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Food Deprivation / physiology*
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Humans
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Lung / metabolism
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Lung / pathology*
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Lung / physiopathology
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Lung Volume Measurements
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Pressure
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Rats
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Respiratory Function Tests
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Starvation / complications
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Ventilation-Perfusion Ratio