Detecting low-intake dehydration using bioelectrical impedance analysis in older adults in acute care settings: a systematic review.

Saleh Alsanie Stephen Eu Ruen Lim Stephen A Wootton

Published in: BMC geriatrics (2022)

Given the scarcity of literature and inconsistency between findings, it is not possible to ascertain the value of bioelectrical impedance for detecting low-intake dehydration in older inpatients.

Keyphrases

acute care
dual energy
body composition
physical activity
computed tomography
systematic review
weight gain
magnetic resonance imaging
middle aged
community dwelling
body mass index
magnetic resonance
contrast enhanced