A Basic Review of Sarcopenia Diagnosis

Maria Grace A. De Guzman, Raymond L. Rosales

Oct 2023 DOI 10.35460/2546-1621.2023-0045     Access   

Abstract

Associated with aging, sarcopenia is characterized by a decline in skeletal muscle mass, muscle strength and physical performance, eventually resulting in reduced physical capability, disability, poor quality of life, mortality in older people and high health care expenditure. The prevalence varies significantly by population characteristics, disease status, diagnostic criteria and measurement tools. It is essential to achieve an accurate diagnosis of sarcopenia for the management plan to be effective. This review briefly discusses the essential steps in diagnosing sarcopenia: Find – Assess – Confirm - Severity.

Keywords: sarcopenia, sarcopenia diagnosis, case finding, muscle strength, performance, muscle mass

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