Screening Accuracy of SARC-F Combined With Calf Circumference for  Sarcopenia in Older Adults: A Diagnostic Meta-Analysis

Sarcopenia is one of the major health problems among older adults. It is defined as a progressive, systemic decrease in muscle mass and muscle strength, and or a decline in physiological muscle function associated with aging.1 Population screening to detect sarcopenia before the occurrence of physical disability is of great significance as there are no obvious symptoms of early sarcopenia.2
Source: Journal of the American Medical Directors Association - Category: Health Management Authors: Tags: Research Letter Source Type: research