In mouse models of cancer cachexia, how did the selective genetic knockout of the glucocorticoid receptor in skeletal muscle (mGRKO) affect the response to Lewis Lung Carcinoma (LLC)?

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It resulted in significantly less muscle mass loss (gastrocnemius) and normalised the expression of pro-atrophy genes.

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It completely prevented tumour development, leading to 100% tumour regression.

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It accelerated the loss of skeletal muscle mass but preserved adipose tissue.

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It increased local muscle glucocorticoid levels, leading to hyperactive protein synthesis.

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