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标题：Clinical Screening Tools for Sarcopenia and Its Management
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作者：Solomon C. Y. Yu ; Kareeann S. F. Khow ; Agathe D. Jadczak 等
期刊名称：Current Gerontology and Geriatrics Research
印刷版ISSN：1687-7063
电子版ISSN：1687-7071
出版年度：2016
卷号：2016
DOI：10.1155/2016/5978523
出版社：Hindawi Publishing Corporation
摘要：Sarcopenia, an age-related decline in muscle mass and function, is affecting the older population worldwide. Sarcopenia is associated with poor health outcomes, such as falls, disability, loss of independence, and mortality; however it is potentially treatable if recognized and intervened early. Over the last two decades, there has been significant expansion of research in this area. Currently there is international recognition of a need to identify the condition early for intervention and prevention of the disastrous consequences of sarcopenia if left untreated. There are currently various screening tools proposed. As yet, there is no consensus on the best tool. Effective interventions of sarcopenia include physical exercise and nutrition supplementation. This review paper examined the screening tools and interventions for sarcopenia.