Chronic kidney disease in children is associated with abnormalities in body composition and fluid balance that may not be fully detected by conventional anthropometric measurements.
This observational study will evaluate body composition and hydration parameters using bioelectrical impedance analysis in children with chronic kidney disease aged 6 to 18 years attending Assiut University Children Hospital.
Age
6–18
Sex
ALL
Healthy volunteers
Not accepted
You may be eligible if
\- Age 6 to 18 years
Diagnosed chronic kidney disease according to KDIGO criteria
Duration of kidney disease of at least 3 months
Written informed consent from parent or guardian
You may not be if
\- Acute kidney injury
Cardiac pacemaker or implanted electrical devices
Major limb amputation
Acute infection
Massive edema due to causes other than CKD
Chronic liver disease
Malignancy
Inability to undergo bioelectrical impedance analysis measurement
Clareo Health | Clinical and Bioelectrical Impedance Profiles in Children With CKD
