Clinical Assessment of Body Condition in Veterinary Patients
Body Condition Scoring (BCS) is a fundamental diagnostic tool used to assess a patient's nutritional status, adiposity, and overall health. Standardized systems allow clinicians to objectively monitor changes in weight and energy balance across various species.
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- [1]WSAVA. Global Nutrition Guidelines (2021)↗
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