Abdominal Myosteatosis and Cognitive Function
Author Information
Author(s): Acevedo-Fontanez Adrianna, Rosano Caterina, Yaffe Kristine, Carr J Jeffrey, Terry James Greg, Nair Sangeeta, Cvejkus Ryan, Miljkovic Iva
Primary Institution: University of Pittsburgh
Hypothesis
Does abdominal myosteatosis predict cognitive decline in different racial populations?
Conclusion
Abdominal myosteatosis may be a novel risk factor for cognitive decline, particularly in White individuals.
Supporting Evidence
- Higher IMAT predicted a significant decline in DSST score in Whites.
- No significant decline in DSST score was observed in Blacks.
- The study included a diverse sample of men and women.
Takeaway
Having too much fat in your belly can make it harder to think as you get older, especially for White people.
Methodology
The study analyzed the association between abdominal myosteatosis and cognitive decline over five years in a diverse group of men and women.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the predominance of cross-sectional studies in the existing literature.
Limitations
The study primarily focused on White and Black populations, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
2501 participants, including 42% Black and 49% women.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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