The journal of nutrition, health & aging
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J Nutr Health Aging · Jan 2021
Meta AnalysisSarcopenia as a Risk Factor for Future Hip Fracture: A Meta-Analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies.
Our study aims to determine whether sarcopenia is a predictive factor of future hip fractures. ⋯ Sarcopenia could significantly increase the risk of future hip fracture in old people; thus, it is necessary to prevent hip fractures in individuals with sarcopenia.