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[Evaluation of body composition in obese subjects]
Minerva Medica
|October 20, 1985
Summary
Obese patients showed increased fat and muscle mass, indicating a harmonious dimensional increase in body composition. This study assessed body composition using dilution methods for sodium and water, and indirect measurement for potassium.
Area of Science:
- Human Physiology
- Body Composition Analysis
- Obesity Research
Context:
- Understanding body composition is crucial in managing obesity.
- Previous research has focused on various aspects of body composition in obese individuals.
Purpose:
- To assess the body composition of obese patients.
- To determine if the dimensional increase in body mass is proportional.
Summary:
- The study analyzed the body composition of 12 obese patients.
- Total body sodium, water, and potassium were measured.
- Fat and muscle mass were found to be elevated, with a harmonious dimensional increase observed in relation to weight, cellular mass, and total fat.
Impact:
- Provides insights into the proportional changes in body composition in obesity.
- Contributes to a better understanding of physiological adaptations in obese individuals.