Table 2.
Comparisons of Body Weight, SMI, Grip Strength, and Gait Speed at Admission and Discharge
| Characteristics | Admission (Median) | Discharge (Median) | P- value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body weight, kg | 59.3 | 54.7 | <0.001* |
| ES =−0.87 | |||
| SMI, kg/m2 | 7.77 | 7.41 | <0.001* |
| ES =−0.76 | |||
| Grip strength, kg | 33.3 | 29.2 | <0.001* |
| ES =−0.78 | |||
| Gait speed, m/s | 1.17 | 1.25 | 0.889 |
| ES =−0.03 |
Note: *P<0.001.
Abbreviations: SMI, skeletal muscle mass index; ES, effect size.