Methodological Standards for Body Composition Assessment - an Expert-Endorsed Guide for Research and Clinical Applications: Bioimpedance, Dual-energy X-ray Absorptiometry, Computerized Tomography, and
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- Body composition assessment is increasingly important in both research and clinical practice.
- Diverse techniques and inconsistent terminology pose challenges, necessitating harmonized approaches.
- Common methods include bioelectrical impedance, DXA, CT, and emerging ultrasound techniques.
- Guidelines utilize these methods for diagnosing conditions like sarcopenia and malnutrition.
- This expert-endorsed review provides foundational knowledge and practical advice on measurement protocols.
- The report emphasizes validity, reliability, and standardization in body composition assessment.
- It calls for adoption of proposed standards to ensure consistency and scientific rigor.