Practical measurement of body composition using bioelectrical impedance, air displacement plethysmography and ultrasound in stable outpatients with short bowel syndrome receiving home parenteral nutrition: comparison of agreement between the methods

Journal of Human Nutrition & Dietetics.

Jones DJ; Lal S; Gittins M; Strauss BJG; Burden ST.

32(3):288-294, 2019 06.

The present study aimed to determine the agreement and feasibility of three bioelectrical impedance analysis, ultrasound and air displacement plethysmography for measuring body composition in people receiving home parenteral nutrition.

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jhn.12613

Tags:

air displacement plethysmography

bioelectrical impedance analysis

body composition

Home parenteral nutrition

Short bowel syndrome