Is dynapenic obesity associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease in a general Japanese population?
Dynapenic obesity is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease, highlighting the importance of preventing muscle dysfunction and maintaining appropriate weight control, especially in middle-age.
Dynapenic obesity was a significant risk factor for the development of CVD in a general Japanese population. This association was more pronounced among those aged <65 years. Inflammation, and possibly glucose metabolism, might partly mediate this association. Our findings suggest that preventing muscle dysfunction as well as appropriate weight control, especially in middle-age, are important for preventing the development of CVD.
Setoyama et al. (Tue,) studied this question.