Noninvasive evaluation of muscle mass by ultrasonography of quadriceps femoris muscle in End-Stage Renal Disease patients on hemodialysis
Protein-Energy Wasting (PEW) is a pathological condition of renal patients with advanced Chronic Kidney Disease characterized by a progressive reduction of energy and protein assets. Nutritional status assessment, especially for what concerns muscle mass, is essential for both the identification of patients at risk for the development of PEW, as well as monitoring the effects of nutritional interventions. Ultrasound methods are easily applicable at the bedside for quantitative assessment of skeletal muscle.
Source: Clinical Nutrition - Category: Nutrition Authors: Sabatino Alice, Regolisti Giuseppe, Delsante Marco, Di Motta Tommaso, Cantarelli Chiara, Pioli Sarah, Grassi Giulia, Batini Valentina, Gregorini Mariacristina, Fiaccadori Enrico Tags: Original article Source Type: research
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