Metabolic syndrome predicts mobility decline in community-based sample of older adults

Authors :: Blazer, Dan G.
Hybels, Celia F.
Fillenbaum, Gerda G.
Source :: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. March, 2006, Vol. 54 Issue 3, p502, 5 p.
Publication Year :: 2006
Abstract: A study examining the relationship of metabolic syndrome with declining mobility and functions in elderly persons is presented. Metabolic syndrome covers a wide range of symptoms like abdominal adiposity, high blood pressure, high fasting blood glucose, etc.

Subjects :: Aged -- Health aspects
Aged -- Research
Metabolic diseases -- Complications and side effects
Metabolic diseases -- Research
Health
Seniors

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