Geriatrics

Characterizing sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity in patients aged 65 years and over, at risk of mobility disability: a multicenter observational trial (SARA-OBS).

Aging is associated with a progressive change of body composition characterized by muscle mass decline and accumulation of adipose tissue that can lead to sarcopenia and obesity, respectively. The prevalence of sarcopenia is poorly known given the different parameters and...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2025-08-04
Read MoreCharacterizing sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity in patients aged 65 years and over, at risk of mobility disability: a multicenter observational trial (SARA-OBS).

Interactions between bone density and muscle mass in predicting all-cause mortality: a 10-year prospective cohort study of 1388 older men (aged 77-101ย years).

Low bone density and low muscle mass are both independent risk factors for mortality in older men. However, it is unknown if these tissues interact to increase mortality risk. Elucidating this information is important as bone and muscle are modifiable...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2025-07-01
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: Age And Ageing
Read MoreInteractions between bone density and muscle mass in predicting all-cause mortality: a 10-year prospective cohort study of 1388 older men (aged 77-101ย years).

Bioelectrical impedance analysis for sarcopenia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of diagnostic accuracy.

To evaluate the diagnostic performance of bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) for detecting sarcopenia across diverse populations. We conducted a search of MEDLINE, Embase, and Web of Science up to 2 January 2024. Cross-sectional, retrospective, and prospective cohort studies evaluating BIA's...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2025-05-31
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: Age And Ageing
Read MoreBioelectrical impedance analysis for sarcopenia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of diagnostic accuracy.

Osteosarcopenia and frailty risk in community-dwelling older adults: A follow-up of the I-Lan Longitudinal Aging Study.

Osteosarcopenia is suggested to be on the causal pathway to frailty; however, data on this topic is scarce, and it is unclear if osteosarcopenia is associated with frailty risk. To investigate if osteosarcopenia is associated with frailty risk in community-dwelling...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2025-05-02
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: Archives Of Gerontology And Geriatrics
Read MoreOsteosarcopenia and frailty risk in community-dwelling older adults: A follow-up of the I-Lan Longitudinal Aging Study.

Prevalence of sarcopenia in middle-aged and older adults with cognitive impairment: a meta-analysis.

Cognitive impairment, dementia and sarcopenia significantly reduce the quality of life in middle-aged and older adults by impairing daily functioning, making cognitive decline a major concern for healthcare professionals. To estimate the prevalence of sarcopenia and probable sarcopenia in middle-aged...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2025-05-03
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: Age And Ageing
Read MorePrevalence of sarcopenia in middle-aged and older adults with cognitive impairment: a meta-analysis.

Sarcopenia in heart failure: Comparison of prognostic value between the Asian working Group for Sarcopenia 2014 and 2019 criteria.

Sarcopenia is a prevalent comorbidity among older patients with heart failure. This study aimed to evaluate the differences between sarcopenia diagnosed using the Asian Working Group for Sarcopenia (AWGS) 2014 and 2019 criteria in older patients with heart failure. This...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2025-05-06
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: Geriatrics & Gerontology International
Read MoreSarcopenia in heart failure: Comparison of prognostic value between the Asian working Group for Sarcopenia 2014 and 2019 criteria.

Plasma brain-derived neurotrophic factor concentrations are elevated in community-dwelling adults with sarcopenia.

The scalability of a blood-based sarcopenia assessment has generated interest in circulating markers that may enhance management strategies. Data regarding the relevance of brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a regulator of neuroplasticity, to sarcopenia in community-dwelling adults are scarce. We...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2025-02-02
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: Age And Ageing
Read MorePlasma brain-derived neurotrophic factor concentrations are elevated in community-dwelling adults with sarcopenia.

Association of food group with the changes in sarcopenia parameters over 1ย year in older outpatients in a frailty clinic.

This study investigated the relationship between food group and the changes in sarcopenia parameters in 1ย year among older outpatients. A prospective cohort study conducted between July 2017 and April 2021 included patients agedโ€‰โ‰ฅโ€‰65ย years attending a frailty clinic. Food group consumption...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2024-09-10
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: European Geriatric Medicine
Read MoreAssociation of food group with the changes in sarcopenia parameters over 1ย year in older outpatients in a frailty clinic.

Diagnosis of sarcopenic obesity in Japan: Consensus statement of the Japanese Working Group on Sarcopenic Obesity.

Sarcopenic obesity is the co-existence of obesity and sarcopenia in individuals aged 40-75โ€‰years. The Japanese Working Group on Sarcopenic Obesity has developed diagnostic criteria tailored for the Japanese population, considering their unique characteristics compared with European populations. Our algorithm consists...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2024-09-10
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: Geriatrics & Gerontology International
Read MoreDiagnosis of sarcopenic obesity in Japan: Consensus statement of the Japanese Working Group on Sarcopenic Obesity.

The Evolving Landscape of Sarcopenia in Asia: A Systematic review and meta-analysis following the 2019 Asian working group for sarcopenia (AWGS) diagnostic criteria.

Sarcopenia, characterized by age-related loss of muscle mass and function, poses a significant public health concern, particularly in Asia's rapidly aging population. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the current epidemiology of sarcopenia in Asia using the 2019...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2024-07-31
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: Archives Of Gerontology And Geriatrics
Read MoreThe Evolving Landscape of Sarcopenia in Asia: A Systematic review and meta-analysis following the 2019 Asian working group for sarcopenia (AWGS) diagnostic criteria.

Association of body mass index-adjusted calf circumference with appendicular skeletal muscle mass and fall risk in older adults.

This study aims to evaluate the utility of body mass index (BMI)-adjusted calf circumference (CC) in estimating skeletal muscle mass and diagnosing sarcopenia, as well as its association with falls, a common adverse event in sarcopenia. This study used cross-sectional...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2024-08-15
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: European Geriatric Medicine
Read MoreAssociation of body mass index-adjusted calf circumference with appendicular skeletal muscle mass and fall risk in older adults.

Respiratory muscle strength is related to handgrip performance in community-dwelling persons aged 80+ from the BUTTERFLY study.

This study aimed to evaluate the association of respiratory muscle strength with sarcopenia and its indicators in the oldest old. Maximum inspiratory pressure (MIP), maximum expiratory pressure (MEP) and sarcopenia related factors (handgrip strength and appendicular lean mass) were evaluated...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2024-02-05
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: Gerontology
Read MoreRespiratory muscle strength is related to handgrip performance in community-dwelling persons aged 80+ from the BUTTERFLY study.

Sarcopenia is linked to higher levels of B-type natriuretic peptide and its N-terminal fragment in heart failure: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Sarcopenia is linked to impaired physical function and exercise tolerance. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to examine the association of sarcopenia and low appendicular skeletal muscle (ASM) with biomarkers of cardiac function, B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP)...

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2024-03-08
๐Ÿ“ฐ Publication: European Geriatric Medicine
Read MoreSarcopenia is linked to higher levels of B-type natriuretic peptide and its N-terminal fragment in heart failure: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

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