Efficacy of Skeletal Muscle Assessment Using Quantitative Ultrasonography

Juntendō Igaku/Juntendo igaku 2026 Open access

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Authors: Yuri Ichikawa, Yoshifumi Fukushima, Kentaro Sakamaki, Satoshi Hirayama, Takashi Miida
DOI: 10.14789/ejmj.jmj26-0023-s
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Abstract

Purpose Noninvasive and repeatable ultrasonography is the possible method for the evaluation of muscle mass and development. However, there are few reports about evaluation criteria for skeletal muscle mass that consider the differences in individual physiques. Therefore, we investigated the effect of physique on the assessment of skeletal muscle mass.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Body Composition Measurement Techniques Ultrasound in Clinical Applications Nutrition and Health in Aging

Publication details

Journal / source
Juntendō Igaku/Juntendo igaku
Volume
72
Issue
Suppl_1
Pages
28–28
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN