Cordula K Henggeler1, Lindsay D Plank2, Kristin J Ryan1, Emily L Gilchrist1, Jessie M Casas3, Lyn E Lloyd3, Laura E Mash3, Sandra L McLellan3, Jennifer M Robb3, Michael G Collins4. 1. Discipline of Nutrition, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand. 2. Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand. 3. Nutrition Services, Auckland City Hospital, Auckland District Health Board, Auckland, New Zealand. 4. Department of Renal Medicine, Auckland City Hospital, Auckland District Health Board, Auckland, New Zealand; Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand. Electronic address: michael.collins@adhb.govt.nz.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE:Excessive weight gain is common after kidney transplantation and increases cardiovascular risk. The aim of this randomized controlled trial was to determine whether an intensive nutrition and exercise intervention delivered alongside routine post-transplant care would reduce post-transplant weight gain. DESIGN: Single-blind, randomized controlled trial. SUBJECTS AND SETTING: Adult kidney transplant recipients at a regional transplant center were recruited during routine outpatient clinic visits in the first month after transplant. Patients with a body mass index >40 kg/m2 or <18.5 kg/m2, severe malnutrition, or ongoing medical complications were excluded. INTERVENTION: Participants were randomized to intensive nutrition intervention (individualized nutrition and exercise counselling; 12 dietitian visits; 3 exercise physiologist visits over 12 months) or to standard nutrition care (guideline based; 4 dietitian visits). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: The primary outcome was weight at 6 months after transplant adjusted for baseline weight, obesity, and gender, analyzed using analysis of covariance. The secondary outcomes included body composition, biochemistry, quality of life, and physical function. RESULTS:Thirty-seven participants were randomized to the intensive intervention (n = 19) or to standard care (n = 18); one intensive group participant withdrew before baseline. Weight increased between baseline, 6 and 12 months (78.0 ± 13.7 [standard deviation], 79.6 ± 13.0 kg, 81.6 ± 12.9 kg; mean change 4.6% P < .001) but at 6 months did not differ significantly between the groups: 77.0 ± 12.4 kg (intensive); 82.2 ± 13.4 kg (standard); difference in adjusted means 0.4 kg (95% confidence interval: -2.2 to 3.0 kg); analysis of covariance P = .7. No between-group differences in secondary outcomes were observed. Across the whole cohort, total body protein and physical function (gait speed, sit to stand, grip strength, physical activity, and quality of life [all but 2 domains]) improved. However, adverse changes were seen for total body fat, HbA1c, and fasting glucose across the cohort. CONCLUSIONS:Kidney transplant recipients in the first year after transplant did not benefit from anintensive nutrition intervention compared with standard nutrition care, although weight gain was relatively modest in both groups.
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OBJECTIVE:Excessive weight gain is common after kidney transplantation and increases cardiovascular risk. The aim of this randomized controlled trial was to determine whether an intensive nutrition and exercise intervention delivered alongside routine post-transplant care would reduce post-transplant weight gain. DESIGN: Single-blind, randomized controlled trial. SUBJECTS AND SETTING: Adult kidney transplant recipients at a regional transplant center were recruited during routine outpatient clinic visits in the first month after transplant. Patients with a body mass index >40 kg/m2 or <18.5 kg/m2, severe malnutrition, or ongoing medical complications were excluded. INTERVENTION: Participants were randomized to intensive nutrition intervention (individualized nutrition and exercise counselling; 12 dietitian visits; 3 exercise physiologist visits over 12 months) or to standard nutrition care (guideline based; 4 dietitian visits). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: The primary outcome was weight at 6 months after transplant adjusted for baseline weight, obesity, and gender, analyzed using analysis of covariance. The secondary outcomes included body composition, biochemistry, quality of life, and physical function. RESULTS: Thirty-seven participants were randomized to the intensive intervention (n = 19) or to standard care (n = 18); one intensive group participant withdrew before baseline. Weight increased between baseline, 6 and 12 months (78.0 ± 13.7 [standard deviation], 79.6 ± 13.0 kg, 81.6 ± 12.9 kg; mean change 4.6% P < .001) but at 6 months did not differ significantly between the groups: 77.0 ± 12.4 kg (intensive); 82.2 ± 13.4 kg (standard); difference in adjusted means 0.4 kg (95% confidence interval: -2.2 to 3.0 kg); analysis of covariance P = .7. No between-group differences in secondary outcomes were observed. Across the whole cohort, total body protein and physical function (gait speed, sit to stand, grip strength, physical activity, and quality of life [all but 2 domains]) improved. However, adverse changes were seen for total body fat, HbA1c, and fasting glucose across the cohort. CONCLUSIONS: Kidney transplant recipients in the first year after transplant did not benefit from an intensive nutrition intervention compared with standard nutrition care, although weight gain was relatively modest in both groups.
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