Sarcopenic Obesity - Loss of Muscle Mass and Excess Adipose Tissue - HTI CENTERS

What is sarcopenic obesity?

Sarcopenic obesity is a combination of high body fat and decreased muscle mass. Muscle mass loss is usually age-related.

Treatment involves lifestyle and dietary changes.

Risk factors for sarcopenia include:

• Inflammation;

• Insulin resistance;

• Oxidative stress;

• Inactive lifestyle.

The severity of sarcopenic obesity is diagnosed using a 2-stage system, namely:

• In the first stage, the person has changed body proportions, but no complications have been identified;

• In the second stage, the patient has health problems.

Sarcopenia significantly reduces the quality of life and causes the following types of complications:

• Bone fractures;

• Muscle pain and weakness;

• Joint pain;

• Difficulty living independently;

• High risk of complications after surgery;

• High likelihood of falling.

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What is sarcopenic obesity?

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