Validation of predictive equations for weight and height using a metric tape

摘要: Weight and height measurements are important data for the evaluation of nutritional status but some situations prevent execution these in the standard manner, using special equipment or an estimate by predictive equations. Predictive equations height and weight requiring only a metric tape as instrument have been recently developed. Objective: To validate three for weight two for by Rabito evaluating their agreement with proposed Chumlea. Methods: The following data were collected: sex, age and anthropometric measurements, ie, (kg), height (m), subscapular skinfold (mm), calf (cm), arm (cm) abdominal (cm) circumferences, arm length (cm), half span (cm). Data analyzed statistically using Lin coefficient to test agreement between the equations St. Laurent compare the estimated values real values. Results: 100 adults (age 48 ± 18 years) admitted the University Hospital (HCFMRP/USP) evaluated. Equations I: W(kg) = 0.5030 (AC) + 0.5634 (AbC) + 1.3180 (CC) +0.0339 (SSSF) – 43.1560 II: W (kg) = 0.4808 0.5646 +1.3160 42.2450 showed the highest coefficients and equations IV V showed of agreement height. indicated that III valid and height, respectively. Conclusion: Among validated equations, number III 0.5759 0.5263 +1.2452 (CC) – 4.8689 (S) 32.9241 VH (m) 63,525 -3,237(S) – 0,06904 (A) 1,293 (HS) recommended or weight because their easy use hospitalized patients and be other situations.