Prevalence of osteosarcopenia and associated factors among older Vietnamese outpatients: A cross-sectional study

Background

Osteosarcopenia - the concurrent presence of sarcopenia and low bone mass, including osteopenia or osteoporosis - is emerging as a significant health issue in aging populations. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of osteosarcopenia and identify factors associated with prevalent osteosarcopenia among older Vietnamese outpatients.

Materials and methods