Abstract
Lean body mass loss has been indicated as a reliable marker of frailty and poor physical performance among older individuals. We evaluated the relationship between calf circumference and frailty, physical performance, muscle strength, and functional status in persons aged 80 years or older.
Lingua originale | English |
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pagine (da-a) | N/A-N/A |
Rivista | Clinical Nutrition |
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Stato di pubblicazione | Pubblicato - 2013 |
Keywords
- Calf circumference
- Frail elderly
- Physical performance