The combination of osteoporosis and low lean mass correlates with physical function in end-stage knee osteoarthritis: A retrospective observational study
Abstract:We aimed to investigate the prevalence of osteoporosis and low lean mass, either together or in isolation, and their association with physical function, pain, and quality of life (QOL) in patients with end-stage knee osteoarthritis (OA).This retrospective cross-sectional observational study included 578 patients (77 males and 501 females) diagnosed with end-stage knee OA. Patients were divided into 4 groups based on body composition parameters: control, osteoporosis, low lean mass, and osteoporosis + low lean … Show more
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