Malnutrition prevalence according to GLIM and its feasibility in geriatric patients: a prospective cross-sectional study

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Authors

Maria Enge

Frida Ostonen Peelen · Karolinska University Hospital

Rikke Lundsgaard Nielsen · Hvidovre Hospital

Anne Marie Beck · Gentofte Hospital

Ann Ödlund Olin · Karolinska University Hospital

Tommy Cederholm · Uppsala University

Anne‐Marie Boström · Karolinska University Hospital

Abstract

In acute geriatric patients, the prevalence of malnutrition according to GLIM varied depending on the screening tool used. In this setting, GLIM appears feasible, besides for the criterion of reduced muscle mass.

Topics & Keywords

Nutrition and Health in Aging Clinical Nutrition and Gastroenterology Frailty in Older Adults

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Zero hunger

Publication Details

Published in: European Journal of Nutrition

Volume 63, Issue 3, pp. 927-938

DOI: 10.1007/s00394-023-03323-5

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