Gustatory Dysfunction Is Closely Associated With Frailty in Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease

摘要

Objective: Gustatory function is frequently impaired in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), and the associated taste dysfunction contributes to compromised nutrition. Whether gustatory dysfunction is an underappreciated risk factor for frailty in patients with CKD remains unclear. The objective of this work was to examine the role of gustatory dysfunction as a risk factor for frailty in patients with CKD.