Bioelectrical impedance vector analysis in obese and overweight children.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

BMI is the most commonly used indicator to evaluate overweight and obesity, but it cannot distinguish changes in body composition. Over recent years, it has been demonstrated that bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) is a more accurate method for analyzing body composition. Bioelectrical impedance vector analysis (BIVA) has revealed its effectiveness as an indicator of nutritional status and hydration.

Objective

To assess the usefulness of bioimpedance analysis on the study of body composition in a group of children with overweight and obesity.

Materials and methods

Cross-sectional observational study. The anthropometric parameters of 167 (79 were older than 12 years) overweight and obese children were recorded. Their body composition was analyzed using

SUBMITTER: de-Mateo-Silleras B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6345442 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature