A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis on the association between sarcopenia and cognitive impairment in middle-aged and older adults from Latin America.

Angel Gabriel Garrido-Dzib, Saliha Karina Hernández-Chávez, Héctor Rubio-Zapata, Gonzalo Jorquera, Ana Ligia Gutiérrez-Solis

Hospital Regional de Alta Especialidad de la Península de Yucatán del Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social para el Bienestar, St. 7, No. 433 x 20 y 22, Fraccionamiento Altabrisa, Mérida, Yucatán 97130, Mexico; Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán (UADY), Avenida Itzaes No. 498 x 59 y 59A, Col. Centro, Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico. · pubmed

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Abstract

Reduction in skeletal muscle mass, strength, and function, such as sarcopenia, have been associated with cognitive impairment. In Latin America (LATAM), evidence remains scarce, a critical gap given the region rapid demographic aging. Therefore, the present study aims to evaluate the association between sarcopenia and cognitive impairment among middle-aged and older adults in LATAM countries.

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Research summary

The paper claims that there is an association between sarcopenia and cognitive impairment in middle-aged and older adults in Latin America. This research addresses a significant gap in understanding how physical decline may relate to cognitive health in aging populations, which is crucial for developing interventions that could improve longevity and quality of life.

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