Decreased haemoglobin levels are associated with lower muscle mass and strength in kidney transplant recipients

• Main Authors: Joanna Sophia J. Vinke (Author), Hanneke J.C.M. Wouters (Author), Suzanne P. Stam (Author), Rianne M. Douwes (Author), Adrian Post (Author), Antonio W. Gomes‐Neto (Author), Melanie M. van derKlauw (Author), Stefan P. Berger (Author), Stephan J.L. Bakker (Author), TransplantLines Investigators (Author), Martin H. De Borst (Author), Michele F. Eisenga (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Wiley, 2022-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Post‐transplant anaemia and reduced muscle mass and strength are highly prevalent in kidney transplant recipients (KTRs). Decreased haemoglobin levels, a marker of anaemia, could adversely affect muscle mass and strength through multiple mechanisms, among others, through diminish...