Role of Bioimpedance Phase Angle and Hand Grip Strength in Predicting 12-Month Mortality in Patients Admitted with Haematologic Cancer.

: Haematologic cancers, such acute leukaemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma, are associated with high morbidity and mortality rates, often exacerbated by malnutrition and functional decline. This study aims to evaluate the prognostic value of bioimpedance phase angle (PhA) and hand grip strength (HGS) as nutritional and clinical markers for predicting 12-month mortality in hospitalized patients with haematologic cancers. : A retrospective observational study was conducted on 121 patients admitted to Hospital Quironsalud Málaga between January 2019 and June 2021.

The usefulness of the updated bioelectrical impedance vector analysis references for assessing malnutrition, sarcopenia and predicting mortality in hospitalized patients.

Background & Aims: The application of validated pre-screening tools is crucial in clinical practice to identify patients at risk for disease. Bioelectrical Impedance Vector Analysis (BIVA) has gained recognition as a qualitative method for monitoring body composition and assessing the health status of hospitalized patients. This study investigates the utility of updated BIVA reference standards in evaluating malnutrition, sarcopenia, and mortality among hospitalized individuals.