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Anthropometric measurements in the elderly

S C Vir, A H Love

    Gerontology
    |January 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    This study on 126 aged individuals found abdominal circumference strongly correlated with body weight. Other anthropometric measurements showed no significant link to energy intake, suggesting further research into abdominal circumference for nutritional status assessment.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology and Nutritional Science.

    Background:

    • Aging is associated with physiological changes affecting body composition and nutritional status.
    • Accurate assessment of nutritional status in the elderly is crucial for maintaining health and preventing disease.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the relationship between various anthropometric measurements and energy intake in aged subjects.
    • To evaluate the utility of specific anthropometric parameters as indicators of nutritional status in the elderly.

    Main Methods:

    • Anthropometric measurements including weight, skinfold thickness (triceps, subscapular, dorsum of hand), and circumferences (upper arm, abdomen) were taken.
    • Data from 126 aged subjects, divided into four groups, were analyzed.
    • Statistical analysis explored correlations between anthropometric parameters and energy intake, and among anthropometric parameters themselves.

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    Main Results:

    • No significant relationship was found between most anthropometric parameters and energy intake across the majority of groups.
    • Abdominal circumference demonstrated a significant positive correlation with body weight in both males and females across all four groups.
    • Other measurements like skinfold thickness and arm circumference did not show significant correlations with energy intake.

    Conclusions:

    • Abdominal circumference may serve as a reliable indicator of body weight in aged populations.
    • The predictive value of abdominal circumference for overall nutritional status warrants further investigation in elderly individuals.
    • Standard anthropometric measurements may not adequately reflect energy intake in this demographic.