Equation of Marquis et al for Estimating the Cross-Sectional Muscle Area at the Mid-Thigh
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Description: | Marquis et al developed an equation to estimate the cross-sectional muscle area of an adult based on the patient’s age, gender and anthropomorphic measurements. The authors are from the University of Laval in Quebec. |
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