Sarcopenia in chronic kidney disease: prevalence by different definitions and relationship with adiposity

This study suggests that in CKD (i) sarcopenia and low muscle mass prevalence varies according to the diagnos tic criteria; (ii) sarcopenia and low muscle mass are common conditions; (iii) the association with body adiposity depends on the criteria used to define low muscle mass; and (iv) the FNIH criteria detected higher adiposity in individuals with sarcopenia. Novelty: Prevalence of sarcopenia and low m uscle mass in CKD varied according to the diagnostic criteria. Association of excess adiposity with sarcopenia and low muscle mass depends on muscle mass index applied. FNIH criteria detected higher adiposity in individuals with sarcopenia and low muscle mass.
Source: Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism - Category: Physiology Authors: Source Type: research