Body weight and height are the most frequently used
anthropometric measurements. These measurements
are used to calculate the body mass index, which is a
widely used indicator of nutritional status because of
its accessibility. Weight loss greater than 5% of the
habitual weight constitutes a risk factor for moderate
malnutrition, and a loss of 10% represents a high risk of
malnutrition. For this reason, the use of body weight as
an indicator is of highest importance