Effect of Ophiocephalus striatus Extract on the Levels of TNF-α, CRP, Leptin, Adiponectin, and COPD Assessment Test (CAT) Score in Stable COPD Patients with Muscle Wasting

Abstract

Introduction: Muscle wasting is an extrapulmonary manifestation that occurs in 20-40% of patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). The purpose of this study is to confirm whether nutrition support can improve inflammation (measured by levels of TNF-α, CRP, leptin, and adiponectin), muscle wasting, and quality of life of COPD patients with muscle wasting.