The anthropometric classification employed as a tool of epidemiologic investigation of malnutrition

Authors

  • Carlos Augusto Monteiro Universidade de São Paulo; Faculdade de Saúde Pública; Departamento de Nutrição
  • Marina Ferreira Réa Universidade de São Paulo; Faculdade de Saúde Pública; Departamento de Nutrição

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101977000300007

Keywords:

Anthropometry, Epidemiological surveys, Nutrition disorders

Abstract

The utilization of several anthropometric classifications to assess the nutritional status of two populations of children is described. The exclusive classification based on the loss of weight doesn't distinguish diversities of the nutritional status of urban children and rural children. Other classifications show differences and suggest epidemiologic pathways to the urban and rural context.

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Published

1977-09-01

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 3 (1977)

Section

Original Articles

How to Cite

Monteiro, C. A., & Réa, M. F. (1977). The anthropometric classification employed as a tool of epidemiologic investigation of malnutrition . Revista De Saúde Pública, 11(3), 353-361. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0034-89101977000300007