The Diagnostic Accuracy of Biological Markers of Sarcopenia, Sarcopenic Obesity, and Osteosarcopenia: Protocol for a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background and aims

Sarcopenia is the accelerated loss of skeletal muscle mass and function associated with aging, and can significantly impact a person's quality of life. Sarcopenia can also occur with other health conditions, such as excess adipose tissue and bone weakness. The presence of multiple long-term conditions can exacerbate sarcopenia, and it has been observed in tandem with a variety of chronic illnesses. Biological markers can act as an early identifier or predictor of disease, enabling simple surveillance and prompt treatment. The need for effective screening and intervention has become more important as our population ages. This protocol outlines our approach to summarize the evidence on the diagnostic accuracy of various blood-based biomarkers for diagnosing sarcop

SUBMITTER: Burton AN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12504622 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature