2023
DOI: 10.3390/transplantology4040022
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The Impact of Quadriceps Muscle Layer Thickness on Length of Stay of Patients Listed for Renal Transplant

Max Levine,
Patrick Luke,
Alp Sener
et al.

Abstract: Background: Quadriceps muscle layer thickness (QMLT), which is measured using ultrasound, is an emerging strategy to identify sarcopenia. Purpose: The purpose of the study was to assess whether pre-operative QMLT values are associated with a prolonged length of stay (LOS; defined as >14 days) following a renal transplant. Methods: Between March 2019 and January 2020, we performed a prospective study among patients undergoing renal transplantation. Physical Frailty scores and QMLT measurements were performed… Show more

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