Body Composition in Pediatric Chronic Disease

Catherine Larson-Nath, MD
Associate Professor
Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
Department of Pediatrics
University of Minnesota

Objectives:
Upon completion of the activity, participants should be better able to:

1. Describe malnutrition and sarcopenia and why they are important to evaluate for in children with chronic disease
2. Review the components of body composition and tools used for assessment
3. Understand what body composition tools are most appropriate for children depending on the underlying clinical situation

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