Human study · Exercise · 24 Sept 2026
Ultrasonographic evaluation of quadriceps femoris muscle mass in critically ill patients aged 60 years and older: a prospective observational study
Source: Frontiers in Aging
What the research found
Background and aimsMuscle wasting is a common complication in critically ill older adults admitted to intensive care units (ICU), with significant implications for morbidity and mortality. Ultrasound represents a promising bedside tool for assessing muscle mass changes. This study aimed to evaluate changes in quadriceps femoris muscle mass using ultrasonography at ICU admission and after 7 days of stay in patients ag
Evidence level: Human study. A study in people, but an association isn't proof of cause.
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