The Annals of thoracic surgery
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Computed Tomography-Assessed Skeletal Muscle Mass as a Predictor of Outcomes in Lung Cancer Surgery.
Sarcopenia is characterized by loss of skeletal muscle and strength, associated with aging, poor nutrition, sedentary lifestyle, and long-term illness. We sought to evaluate the current evidence on the prevalence of sarcopenia assessed by computed tomography (CT) imaging in patients undergoing lung cancer resection and its predictive value for perioperative and long-term outcomes. ⋯ Sarcopenia can be frequently detected in patients undergoing lung cancer resection with the use of CT-based muscle measurements. Sarcopenia was associated with greater risk of perioperative complications and worse long-term prognosis.