Correlation between the Charlson comorbidity index and skeletal muscle mass/physical performance in hospitalized older people potentially suffering from sarcopenia

Abstract Background Sarcopenia is a decrease in skeletal muscle mass, physical performance, and muscle strength in older people. In this study, we aimed to explore the correlation between comorbidity and skeletal muscle mass and physical performance in older people. Methods This retrospective study...

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Main Authors: Ge Gong, Wenhui Wan, Xinghu Zhang, Yu Liu, Xinhui Liu, Jian Yin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-12-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-019-1395-5