Sarcopenia in Thai community-dwelling older adults: a national, cross-sectional, epidemiological study of prevalence and risk factors

• Main Authors: Ekasame Vanitcharoenkul (Author), Aasis Unnanuntana (Author), Pojchong Chotiyarnwong (Author), Panai Laohaprasitiporn (Author), Nath Adulkasem (Author), Apichat Asavamongkolkul (Author), Chandhanarat Chandhanayingyong (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Sarcopenia is an age-related condition characterized by a progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass. It leads to declining physical performance, potentially culminating in a diminished quality of life or death. This study investigated the prevalence of sarcopenia and its associate...