Our findings do not support the observation that patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis have hyperlipidemia or that hyperlipidemia in this population is related to longer survival. However, some evidence emerged that respiratory impairment, but not a worse clinical status or a lower body mass index, is related to a decrease in blood lipids and LDL/HDL ratio.

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In cancer patients, HPN can be safely carried out with a low incidence of complications. Also, VADs are not equal in terms of complication rates, and strict adherence to meticulous insertion policies may effectively reduce catheter-related complications.

The study showed activation of TNF-α axis and oxidative stress in AN patients, as well as correlation between the two systems. Due to the correlation between TNF receptors and both BMI and disease duration, a possible role of pro-inflammatory cytokines in the evolution of the eating disorder is suggested.