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.
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Lung Function (FEV1 )
Timeframe: At point of recruitment
Lung Function ( FVC)
Timeframe: At point of recruitment
Height (m)
Timeframe: At point of recruitment
Weight (kg)
Timeframe: At point of recruitment
BMI (kg/m2)
Timeframe: At point of recruitment