A Case with Sarcopenia: Monitoring of the Nutritional Support Therapy

Abstract

Sarcopenia is a muscle disease rooted in adverse muscle changes in muscle structure and is generally seen in the elderly, but also seen in the early stages of life. It is a common condition seen in Turkey like all over the world. If it is not treated, creates various individual, social and economic burdens. Therefore, early diagnosis and treatment are important. Nutritional therapy is an important component of sarcopenia treatment. Regulation of the nutritional status of individuals makes important contributions in terms of preventing sarcopenia or delaying its negative consequences. It is known that nutritional support therapy has positive effect on clinical outcomes, especially in cases where dietary intake is sufficient. In this article, nutritional support treatment and follow-up in a sarcopenic case was discussed.