Diagnostic Concordance between Random Upper Arm Circumference and Mid Upper Arm Circumference Measurements among Children Aged 6–59 Months in South Ethiopia: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study

Diagnostic Concordance between Random Upper Arm Circumference and Mid Upper Arm Circumference Measurements among Children Aged 6–59 Months in South Ethiopia: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study

Random upper arm circumference (RUAC) is frequently used for malnutrition screening among children aged 6–59 months. However, inadequate evidence exists regarding its agreement with mid upper arm circumference (MUAC). This study examined diagnostic concordance between RUAC and standard MUAC measurem...

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Main Authors:	Juhar Admama Bamud, Afework Mulugeta Bezabih, Fentaw Wassie Feleke, Getahun Fentaw Mulaw
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Wiley 2021-01-01
Series:	Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism
Online Access:	http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2021/6654817
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