ASSOCIATION BETWEEN HANDGRIP STRENGTH AND INFLAMMATION IN HEMODIALYSIS PATIENTS

• Main Authors: Viviane O Leal (Author), Milena B Stockler-Pinto (Author), Julie C Lobo (Author), Najla E Farage (Author), Luiz A Anjos (Author), Denise Mafra (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: The Korean Society of Nephrology, 2012-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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The inflammation is a common feature in HD patients and may contribute to muscle wasting. Handgrip strength (HGS) has been recognized as a useful tool in assessing muscle function in hemodialysis (HD) patients. The aim of this study was to evaluate the association between inflammation and muscle fun...