Body Composition Monitor Assessing Malnutrition in the Hemodialysis Population Independently Predicts Mortality
Conclusion: BCM-diagnosed malnutrition in chronic hemodialysis patients is an independent predictor of mortality at up to 54 months follow-up and is associated with a 1.66-fold higher risk of dying compared with normal nutrition status. Whether intervention (e.g., nutritional supplementation) might improve nutrition and reduce the higher risk of mortality in malnutrition patients on hemodialysis remains a challenge for future research.
Source: Journal of Renal Nutrition - Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Jaroslav Rosenberger, Viera Kissova, Maria Majernikova, Zuzana Straussova, Jan Boldizsar Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
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