Parenteral nutrition and bioelectrical impedance analysis estimated fat-free mass in adult patients with chronic intestinal failure: A descriptive cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In patients with chronic intestinal failure, the content and type of parenteral nutrition are individually determined based on various factors, including body composition. In clinical practice, bioelectrical impedance analysis is used to assess body composition using standardized protocols. However, these protocols lack specific recommendations for patients receiving parenteral nutrition. Therefore, this study described the effect of parenteral nutrition infusion on fat-free mass as evaluated by single-frequency bioelectrical impedance analysis.

Methods

We performed a descriptive cohort study using bioelectrical impedance analysis to assess adult patients with chronic intestinal failure receiving parenteral nutrition. Measurements were performed at baseline (befor

SUBMITTER: Korzilius JW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11992546 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature