Journal article
The prevalence of sarcopenia in community-dwelling older adults, an exploration of differences between studies and within definitions: a systematic review and meta-analyses
Abstract
Background: sarcopenia in ageing is a progressive decrease in muscle mass, strength and/or physical function. This review aims to summarise the definitions of sarcopenia in community-dwelling older adults and explore similarities and differences in prevalence estimates by definition.
Methods: a systematic review was conducted to identify articles which estimated sarcopenia prevalence in older populations using search terms for sarcopenia and …
Authors
Mayhew AJ; Amog K; Phillips S; Parise G; McNicholas PD; de Souza RJ; Thabane L; Raina P
Journal
Age and Ageing, Vol. 48, No. 1, pp. 48–56
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date
January 1, 2019
DOI
10.1093/ageing/afy106
ISSN
0002-0729