Association of hyperhydration evaluated by bioelectrical impedance analysis and mortality in patients with different medical conditions: systematic review and meta-analyses

Fluid retention is a risk factor for mortality in several medical conditions. However, the accurate and fast assessment of hydration status remains a challenge in the clinical practice. Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) could be an alternative to assess volume status. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the use of BIA to identify hydration status in patients with different medical conditions and to verify the association of hyperhydration, assessed by BIA, with mortality.

Source: Clinical Nutrition ESPEN - September 5, 2018 Category: Nutrition Authors: Angela Teod ósio da Silva, Daniela Barbieri Hauschild, Luna Dias de Almeida Oliveira, Patricia de Fragas Hinnig, Yara Maria Franco Moreno, Elisabeth Wazlawik Tags: Review Source Type: research