Associations between osteoporosis, the severity of sarcopenia and fragility fractures in community-dwelling older adults.

Ben KirkSteven PhuSharon L Brennan-OlsenEbrahim Bani HassanGustavo Duque

Published in: European geriatric medicine (2020)

Prevalence of osteoporosis increased across the severity of sarcopenia, and osteoporosis was associated with a greater risk of sarcopenia. As such, health care professionals should screen for sarcopenia in those with low BMD.

Keyphrases

postmenopausal women
skeletal muscle
bone mineral density
healthcare
community dwelling
risk factors
high throughput
body composition
health insurance
hip fracture