Nutritional Status and Intake in Patients With Non-cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis (NCFB)

Nutritional Status and Intake in Patients With Non-cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis (NCFB) - a Cross Sectional Study

The aim of this study was to characterise nutritional status and dietary intake in a population of individuals living with bronchiectasis from a regional clinic. Participants underwent usual assessment as per their standard pathway of care and in addition, body composition through skinfold measures, Handgrip strength and information on dietary intake over 3 days via 24 hour multiple pass recalls was also collected. This was to establish baseline measures and knowledge in support of understanding the impact of nutritional status within this group.

Inclusion Criteria:

• People who have a confirmed diagnosis of NCFB
• people with NCFB who are clinically stable (not requiring acute admission to hospital)
• people who attend the regional clinic

Exclusion Criteria:

• People who are pregnant
• people with existing comorbidities such as malignancy