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Involuntary weight loss has an intensified effect on mortality and disability risk and is usually associated with clinical illness. Some data suggest that even voluntary weight loss in older people may carry a higher mortality risk. Body weight is an easily obtained clinical measurement, and weight loss is a profound marker for adverse outcomes.

The etiological investigation is fundamental with inflammation grading and may be included in the comprehensive gerontological assessment procedure. Integrative care focused not only on body weight but also on physical function and quality of life should be proposed to promote better ageing.