Matthew Fasullo1, Endashaw Omer2, Matthew Kaspar3. 1. Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Richmond, VA, USA. 2. Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA. 3. Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Richmond, VA, USA. matthew.kaspar@vcuhealth.org.
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To investigate the prevalence, pathogenesis, diagnosis, clinical sequelae, and management of sarcopenia to improve mortality and quality of life in those with Chronic Pancreatitis. RECENT FINDINGS: Sarcopenia is prevalent in chronic pancreatitis and can significantly affect clinical outcomes. Sarcopenia is prevalent in chronic pancreatitis. While effects on some clinical outcomes is has been shown, there is a significant gap in knowledge regarding effects on outcomes, pathophysiology, and options for management.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To investigate the prevalence, pathogenesis, diagnosis, clinical sequelae, and management of sarcopenia to improve mortality and quality of life in those with Chronic Pancreatitis. RECENT FINDINGS: Sarcopenia is prevalent in chronic pancreatitis and can significantly affect clinical outcomes. Sarcopenia is prevalent in chronic pancreatitis. While effects on some clinical outcomes is has been shown, there is a significant gap in knowledge regarding effects on outcomes, pathophysiology, and options for management.
Authors: Alfonso J Cruz-Jentoft; Jean Pierre Baeyens; Jürgen M Bauer; Yves Boirie; Tommy Cederholm; Francesco Landi; Finbarr C Martin; Jean-Pierre Michel; Yves Rolland; Stéphane M Schneider; Eva Topinková; Maurits Vandewoude; Mauro Zamboni Journal: Age Ageing Date: 2010-04-13 Impact factor: 10.668