RETRACTED: Zulfiqar et al. Obesity and Frailty Syndrome in the Elderly: Prospective Study in Primary Care
2022
Retraction of Study on Obesity and Frailty in the Elderly
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Author Information
Author(s): Zulfiqar Abrar-Ahmad, Habchi Perla, Dembele Ibrahima Amadou
Primary Institution: Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg
Conclusion
The study was retracted due to lack of ethical approval for research involving human participants.
Supporting Evidence
- The study was retracted due to concerns about ethical compliance.
- The Editorial Board found that the study did not adhere to national regulations.
Takeaway
The study about obesity and frailty in older people was taken back because it didn't follow the rules for getting permission to include patients.
Methodology
The study was classified as a prospective observational study.
Potential Biases
The study did not receive the required level of ethical oversight.
Limitations
The study lacked mandatory ethical validation from the national ethics committee.
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