CARDIOVASCULAR–METABOLIC HEALTH PROFILE AND BODY COMPOSITION AT FAMILY MEDICINE CLINICS: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY AND PRELIMINARY EXPERIENCE WITH MEDICAL KIOSK APPLICATION

Huynh Trung Son1, Ho Thi Thu Hang2, Pham Duong Uyen Binh1, Luu Nguyen An Khuong1, Huynh Tan Trung3, Pham Le An1
1 Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy
2 Vinh Long Department of Health
3 KMK Technology Company

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Abstract

Objective: To describe the cardiovascular-metabolic health profile and body composition of patients attending family medicine clinics, and to introduce preliminary experiences regarding the application of a self-service medical Kiosk in primary care settings.


Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at three family medicine clinics from March to May 2025. Participants aged ≥14 years underwent blood pressure and body composition assessment using a medical Kiosk equipped with bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA).


Results: Among 715 participants (mean age 50.9 ± 15.1; 60.1% female), significant gender differences were observed in muscle mass, fat composition, fluid distribution, and metabolic indices (p < 0.001). Increasing age was associated with higher blood pressure and visceral fat, and lower BMR and muscle mass. These findings were statistically significant and aligned with global literature.


Conclusion: The study provides reference data on the cardiovascular-metabolic health profile in family practice. The integrated medical Kiosk demonstrates feasibility for simultaneous assessment of health parameters, suggesting its potential for enhancing chronic disease screening and prevention in the community.


 

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