Sarcopenic Obesity Phenotype Index (SOPi): A Population-Based Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sarcopenic obesity (SO) is a clinical condition defined by the coexistence of high body fat mass and low muscle function and mass, which increases the risk of adverse health outcomes, including disability and mortality. Early detection and frequent monitoring of SO are essential for preventive interventions and management strategies. The current binary approach for SO diagnosis is limited in capturing the spectrum of SO or its progression over time. The main objective of this study was to develop a continuous SOPi that integrates diagnostic criteria such as muscle function and body composition. We aimed to evaluate the association between SOPi and all-cause mortality, to identify baseline-related factors with SOPi and to assess changes in the SOPi over time.

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SUBMITTER: Benz E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12528550 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature