What is the Optimal Body Mass Index Range for Older Adults?

ABSTRACT:

Background

Obesity is pathophysiologically complex in older adults compared to that in young and middle-aged adults. The aim of the present study was to determine the appropriate body mass index (BMI) range based on geriatric evaluation parameters in which complications can be minimized in older adults.

Methods

A total of 1,051 older adult patients who underwent comprehensive geriatric assessment were included. The patients' demographic characteristics, comorbid diseases, number of drugs, BMI, basic and instrumental activities of daily living (BADL and IADL), Tinetti balance and walking scale, Mini Nutritional Assessment, Geriatric Depression Scale-15, Mini-Mental State Examination, Time Up and Go test, and handgrip strength measurement were extracted from patient records.

SUBMITTER: Kıskac M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8984168 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature