The prevalence of aberrations in body composition in pediatric cystic fibrosis patients and relationships with pulmonary function, bone mineral density, and hospitalizations

Body mass index (BMI) correlates with clinical outcomes in cystic fibrosis but has limitations.  Body composition aberrations in CF are multifactorial. We sought to evaluate body composition and relationships with pulmonary function, bone health, and hospital admissions. Other aims included defining body composition indices in a cohort of children with CF.
Source: Journal of Cystic Fibrosis - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research