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What is the prevalence of sarcopenia in Thailand?

According to recent meta-analysis, the overall prevalence of sarcopenia in older Thai adults is reported to be 20.7%, indicating a significant public health concern for the country's aging population. This progressive muscle-wasting condition impacts a substantial portion of the elderly, raising important questions about regional variations and associated risk factors.

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What prevalence and risk factors of sarcopenia among community-dwelling older adults in Klang Valley?

Recent research in Malaysia, as noted in the BMC Geriatrics journal, highlights a significant prevalence of sarcopenia, an age-related loss of muscle mass and function, among the elderly. This article explores in detail what prevalence and risk factors of sarcopenia among community-dwelling older adults in Klang Valley are, offering a comprehensive overview.

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