Etymed
sarcopenia
Definition
The pathological loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength associated with aging
Clinical context
An 82-year-old woman presents to the clinic complaining of increasing difficulty climbing stairs and rising from chairs without using her hands. She notes that she has become increasingly weak over the past year and can no longer participate in her weekly bridge games. Physical examination reveals decreased muscle mass and strength in all extremities. Her laboratory studies are otherwise normal. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Mnemonic
SARCOPENIA - Sarcopenia And Reduced strength in PObles with ENdocrine Imbalances and Older Adults