There are four widely used ideal weight formulas: Hamwi, Devine, Robinson, and Miller — each developed for clinical use to estimate appropriate dosing for medications and assess nutritional status. None of these formulas is universally 'correct,' as ideal body weight varies by frame size, muscle mass, age, and individual health factors. This page explains all four formulas, their differences, and
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