Computed tomography-based body composition profile as a screening tool for geriatric frailty detection.
Olga LaurMichael J WeaverChristopher BridgeErika ChowMichael RosenthalCamden BayHouman JavedanMitchel B HarrisBharti KhuranaPublished in: Skeletal radiology (2021)
This proof-of-concept study demonstrates the feasibility of using CT-derived body-composition parameters as a screening tool for frailty, which can offer an opportunity for early medical intervention.
Keyphrases
- body composition
- computed tomography
- dual energy
- positron emission tomography
- image quality
- resistance training
- community dwelling
- bone mineral density
- contrast enhanced
- randomized controlled trial
- healthcare
- magnetic resonance imaging
- loop mediated isothermal amplification
- real time pcr
- hip fracture
- label free
- pet ct