Prognostic value of handgrip strength in people aged 60 years and older: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Aim: The aim of the present study was to systematically review the literature on the predictive value of handgrip strength as a marker for vulnerability. Furthermore, we aimed to update a recent systematic review on the association between handgrip strength and mortality.

Methods: Literature searches using Cochrane, PubMed and Embase databases, and searching reference lists of included studies.