This study will compare and validate different methods to estimate body fat and body fat distribution, respectively, in six- to seven-year-old children.
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Condition
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Synonym
Health condition
overgewicht en obesitas
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Intervention
Outcome measures
Primary outcome
1. Total amount of body fat.
2. Body fat distribution.
Secondary outcome
Not applicable.
Background summary
Obesity has become a worldwide problem. Not only adults, but also children and
adolescents are frequently diagnosed with overweight and obesity. Treatment and
prevention of obesity in an early stage of life reduces risks and complications
in later life. Both the amount of body fat and body fat distribution are very
important markers to assess obesity and it*s possible consequences. A range of
methods is available for assessing body fat and body fat distribution. However,
the applicability of these methods in prepubertal children is not well known.
Study objective
This study will compare and validate different methods to estimate body fat and
body fat distribution, respectively, in six- to seven-year-old children.
Study design
This observational, cross-sectional study will compare measurements of body fat
distribution (ultrasound, abdominal bioelectrical impedance analysis, waist-
and hip-circumferences and skinfold thickness measurements) to the gold
standard for body fat distribution, computed tomography. For total body fat, no
gold standard is available in children and all measurements of hand-to-foot
bioelectrical impedance analysis, isotope dilution, DEXA and skinfolds will be
compared to the frequently used body mass index (BMI).
Study burden and risks
Burden and risks associated with participation in this study are minimal, since
only non-invasive techniques will be used. Participation will comprise of one
visit to the University Medical Center Groningen, guided by their parents or
guardians and researchers from the department of Pediatrics.
Hanzeplein 1
9700 RB Groningen
Nederland
Hanzeplein 1
9700 RB Groningen
Nederland
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Age
Inclusion criteria
Age: six to seven years old.
Written and informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
Medical condition affecting body composition
Use of medication known to affect body composition
Alterations in posture, eg amputation
Pacemaker
Design
Recruitment
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In other registers
| Register | ID |
|---|---|
| CCMO | NL11374.042.06 |