Effect of branched-chain amino acid supplementation and exercise on quadriceps muscle quantity and quality in patients with cirrhosis as assessed by ultrasonography: a randomized controlled trial

Sarcopenia and myosteatosis are common in patients with cirrhosis. The study aimed to evaluate efficacy of ultrasound to monitor muscle status during branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) supplementation and/or muscle exercise interventional approaches.

Source: Clinical Nutrition ESPEN - March 14, 2024 Category: Nutrition Authors: Elham Sobhy, Mohamed Mahmoud Kamal Elsayed, Yasmin Saad, Doaa Ahmed Saleh, Rasmia Elgohary, Mohamed Sayed Hassan Tags: Randomized Controlled Trial Source Type: research