Prevalence of sarcopenic obesity in adults with end-stage knee osteoarthritis

To identify the prevalence of sarcopenic obesity, a phenotype of low muscle mass and high adiposity, in adults with end-stage knee osteoarthritis (OA). Various diagnostic criteria, including assessment of muscle/fat mass, muscle strength and physical function, were used to identify patients with and without sarcopenic obesity, and to compare outcomes of pain, function and quality of life.

Source: Osteoarthritis and Cartilage - July 1, 2019 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Kristine Godziuk, Carla M. Prado, Linda J. Woodhouse, Mary Forhan Source Type: research