Low FFMI according to ESPEN cut-offs is a strong independent predictor of mortality in patients with COPD

Conclusion: Low FFMI according to the ESPEN criteria was present in 59% of patients with COPD. The risk of mortality was 5-fold in patients with low FFMI compared to normal FFMI, independent of BMI or spirometric severity of COPD. Low FFMI when using ESPEN criteria cut-offs is a very strog predictor of mortality in COPD patients.
Source: European Respiratory Journal - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tags: Clinical Problems Source Type: research