Sarcopenia and it’s influencing factors among adults with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and tuberculosis in Penang, Malaysia

Abstract Background Chronic respiratory diseases like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and tuberculosis (TB) are increasing globally, leading to systemic symptoms like skeletal muscle dysfunction. Ageing and physical inactivity exacerbate sarcopenia, reducing functional capacity...

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Main Authors: Radhiyatul Akma Mohamad Zani, Hazwani Ahmad Yusof, Nurul ‘Ain Azizan, Irfhan Ali Hyder Ali, Suhaila Ismail, Noorsuzana Mohd Shariff
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-04-01
Series:BMC Public Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-22819-9
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