The impact of muscle function, muscle mass and sarcopenia on independent ageing in very old Swedish men
Abstract Background Preserved functions of daily life and cognition are cornerstones of independent aging, which is crucial for maintaining a high quality of life. The aim of this study was to examine the impact of sarcopenia, and its underlying components, on independent ageing in a cohort study of...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2019-05-01
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Series: | BMC Geriatrics |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12877-019-1142-y |