Bioimpedance analysis in a weight-loss programme during cardiac rehabilitation

Rationale:Bioimpedance is a quick, non-invasive method to assess body composition, to track changes in fat proportion during a weight-loss programme and to follow-up changes in body water proportion and shift between extra- and intracellular spaces. These parameters are of interest in a cardiac rehabilitation unit. Methods: Patients were selected based on their willingness to participate in a weight-loss programme during their rehabilitation. Quadscan4000 was used to measure body composition. We used a balanced, low-fat diet based on the measured Basal Metabolic Rate. Beside the routine physical training, patien…