| Theme |
Physical assessment of the dialysis patient -- nurse with the ability for observation |
| Title |
Physical assessment of the advanced age dialysis patient |
| Author |
Michi Sekikawa |
Nagoya Memorial Foundation, Narumi Clinic |
| [ Summary ] |
Various factors are related to the development of sarcopenia in the dialysis patient, including increased oxidative stress with uremia and increased levels of inflammatory cytokines. The decrease in the capacity of the whole body and muscular strength influence the disease of the whole body not only in terms of body function but also in terms of imbalance and falls in the elderly person. |