Systematic review and meta-analysis of oral frailty prevalence among older hospitalized patients.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Oral frailty, characterized by reduced oral function, represents a significant yet understudied issue among hospitalized patients, affecting treatment outcomes.

Objective

To determine the prevalence of oral frailty in hospitalized patients and identify high-risk groups through stratified analyses.

Methods

Nine databases, including PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, Scopus, Cochrane Library, CNKI, SinoMed, VIP, and Wanfang, were systematically searched from their inception to July 2025. Data analysis was conducted using Stata 15.0 software, employing a random-effects model to estimate overall prevalence. Subgroup analysis and meta-regression were performed to identify sources of heterogeneity.

Results

This meta-analysis included 27 studies involving 11,5

SUBMITTER: Gong J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12738335 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature