Association of body mass index with disability in activities of daily living in older adults: a systematic review of the literature based on longitudinal data.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The influence of Body Mass Index (BMI) on the functional capacity for daily activities in older adults is a significant concern. Our study is designed to delineate the longitudinal relationship between BMI and the ability of daily living activities among older adults.

Methods

Two researchers conducted a comprehensive literature search and independent screening of articles in PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), the Database for Chinese Technical Periodicals (VIP), and Wanfang, covering the period from January 2000 to May 2024. Studies were selected based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria, and relevant data were extracted for subsequent meta-analysis using the Cochrane Collaboration's Review Manager 5.3 softwa

SUBMITTER: Lingying W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11697817 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature