Novel prediction equations for appendicular skeletal muscle mass in hemodialysis patients: referenced against bioelectrical impedance analysis (opens in new tab)

BackgroundAccurate assessment of appendicular skeletal muscle mass (ASM) is essential in clinical practice and research involving patients undergoing hemodialysis (HD). However, ASM prediction equations developed in the general population may be inappropriate for HD patients because of dialysis-related alterations in body composition and hydration status.ObjectiveTo evaluate the performance of existing anthropometric ASM prediction equations in HD patients and to develop dialysis-specific equ...