A.I. ALMUHAMETOVA, E.A. KUSAMATOVA, E.M. MIRZAGAYANOVA, T.N. KHALFINA, G.I. NURULLINA

 Kazan State Medical University, Kazan

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Nurullina G.I. — PhD (Medicine), Associate Professor of the Department of Hospital Therapy

Address: 49 Butlerov St., 420012 Kazan, Russian Federation, tel.: +7 (843) 290-18-20, e-mail: nurguzel@yandex.ru

The authors review current literature on using bioimpedance analysis (BIA) for assessing body composition and various physiological parameters in nephrology patients. The article outlines the key parameters of bioimpedance measurements. BIA enables the objective assessment of hydration and nutritional status, as well as the signs of sarcopenia in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The review highlights the potential of bioimpedance in determining “dry weight” during hemodialysis, detecting hidden hyperhydration, and identifying early signs of protein-energy wasting and sarcopenic obesity. The authors emphasize the role of BIA in improving prognosis, reducing complication risks, and monitoring treatment effectiveness. The method has high diagnostic and prognostic value, which makes it a promising tool for personalized management of nephrology patients.

Key words: bioimpedance analysis, chronic kidney disease, nutritional status, dry weight assessment, hydration status.

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