31 Oct 2025 • Sarcopenia affected nearly 17% of middle-aged and older adults with type 2 diabetes across Asia, according to a new meta-analysis. Prevalence was highest in Southeast Asia, including India (28%).

Risk increased with advancing age (OR 1.12), higher HbA1c levels (OR 1.11), diabetic nephropathy (OR 1.76), and neuropathy (OR 3.28). Higher body fat percentage also raised risk in both men and women (OR 1.26–1.27).

Conversely, a higher BMI (OR 0.66), better nutritional status (OR 0.37), and metformin use (OR 0.26) appeared protective. The findings highlight sarcopenia as an underrecognized complication, calling for earlier screening and nutritional interventions.

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