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Area of Science:

  • Medical Science
  • Geriatrics
  • Pulmonology

Background:

  • Malnutrition, frailty, and pleural effusion (PE) are interconnected health issues.
  • Sarcopenia, defined as a decline in skeletal muscle mass and function, is increasingly recognized as a critical factor in patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the association between sarcopenia and pleural effusion (PE).
  • To highlight the impact of sarcopenia on postoperative complications and mortality in PE patients.
  • To emphasize the role of preoperative muscle mass assessment in predicting patient risk.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies examining sarcopenia and PE.
  • Analysis of the prevalence of sarcopenia in PE patients.
  • Evaluation of sarcopenia's impact on surgical outcomes in specific procedures like liver transplantation, esophagectomy, and lung cancer surgery.

Main Results:

  • Sarcopenia is prevalent in patients with PE.
  • Sarcopenia is associated with increased postoperative complications and mortality.
  • Preoperative muscle mass assessment is a valuable tool for risk stratification.

Conclusions:

  • Early diagnosis and intervention for sarcopenia are crucial for improving clinical outcomes in PE patients.
  • Comprehensive nutritional support and muscle-strengthening interventions are recommended therapeutic strategies.
  • Addressing sarcopenia can significantly reduce PE-related complications, enhance recovery, and improve survival rates.