Nutritional ultrasound®: Conceptualisation, technical considerations and standardisation.
José Manuel García-Almeida1, Cristina García-García2, Isabel María Vegas-Aguilar3
1Department of Endocrinology and Nutrition, Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Victoria, IBIMA, CIBEROBN, Hospital Quirónsalud, University of Málaga, Spain.
Endocrinologia, Diabetes Y Nutricion
|March 19, 2023
Summary
Nutritional ultrasound® offers a non-invasive method to assess body composition, evaluating fat-free and fat mass. This technique aids in diagnosing malnutrition and understanding energy reserves by analyzing muscle and adipose tissue.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Clinical Nutrition
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Nutritional assessment traditionally relies on methods with limitations.
- Body composition analysis is crucial for diagnosing and managing various health conditions.
- Ultrasound technology presents an accessible and non-invasive approach to body composition assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and define Nutritional Ultrasound® as a novel method for body composition analysis.
- To highlight the potential of Nutritional Ultrasound® in assessing muscle and adipose tissue.
- To emphasize the clinical utility and integration of Nutritional Ultrasound® in practice.
Main Methods:
- Utilizes ultrasound with linear, broadband, multifrequency probes (20-100mm depth).
- Evaluates musculoskeletal areas to quantify fat-free mass and fat mass.
- Assesses muscle echogenicity for functional changes and adipose tissue distribution.
Main Results:
- Nutritional Ultrasound® quantifies muscle modifications in malnutrition.
- Provides insights into energy reserves and inflammatory patterns through adipose tissue distribution.
- Suggests the anterior rectus quadriceps area as a potential malnutrition criterion.
Conclusions:
- Nutritional Ultrasound® is an emerging, economical, and portable technique for body composition assessment.
- It offers valuable information for diagnosing malnutrition and understanding metabolic status.
- Recommends integrating Nutritional Ultrasound® into clinical practice with specialized training for healthcare professionals.
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