JOURNAL ARTICLE

Screening adults for malnutrition using the MUST: an update.

  • Published In: British Journal of Nursing, 2026, v. 35, n. 8. P. S6 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Milligan, Wendy; Fletcher, Jane 3 of 3

Abstract

Disease-related malnutrition in adults is a costly problem. It is associated with increased morbidity and mortality but can go unrecognised and therefore untreated. The Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST), launched in 2003, is a validated screening tool to support the early recognition of malnutrition risk in adults across a wide variety of health and care settings. It remains one of the most widely used screening tools for adults in the UK. This review sets out the current evidence to support its use and discusses common challenges with completing it in practice. Practical information and signposting to the latest supporting resources are provided. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:British Journal of Nursing. 2026/04, Vol. 35, Issue 8, pS6
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0966-0461
  • DOI:10.12968/bjon.2026.0112
  • Accession Number:193061055
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