Computed tomography measured psoas density predicts outcomes in trauma
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DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2017.03.014
Abstract: Background. Age‐related loss of muscle mass and function (sarcopenia) is linked to poor outcomes after operation and trauma. Here we evaluate computed tomography measured psoas muscle density and area using quick and simple tools available… read more here.
Keywords: psoas index; computed tomography; measured psoas; density ... See more keywords
Sarcopenia is a Predictor for Adverse Clinical Outcome in Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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DOI: 10.1097/mpg.0000000000003091
Abstract: Supplemental Digital Content is available in the text ABSTRACT Objectives: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) has a high impact on nutritional status. Sarcopenia is related to higher risk of surgery and rescue therapy in adults with… read more here.
Keywords: psoas index; inflammatory bowel; outcome pediatric; disease ... See more keywords