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[Growth of small for gestational age preterm infants]

Sandra L Ornelas1, César C Xavier, Enrico A Colosimo

  • 1Pediatria, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG. sandraor@ig.com.br

Jornal De Pediatria
|December 4, 2003
PubMed

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Preterm infants born small for gestational age show delayed growth but tend to catch up by three months corrected age. Head circumference recovery is notably early and significant.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatalogy
  • Pediatric Growth and Development
  • Perinatology

Context:

  • Preterm infants born small for gestational age (SGA) face unique growth challenges.
  • Understanding their growth trajectory is crucial for timely interventions.

Purpose:

  • To characterize the linear growth and growth velocity of preterm SGA infants from birth to three months corrected age.
  • To compare their growth against appropriate-for-gestational-age preterm infants.

Summary:

  • This prospective study followed 100 preterm SGA infants (28-36 weeks gestation).
  • Anthropometric measurements were taken from birth up to three months corrected age.
  • Growth curves revealed initial deficits compared to appropriate-for-gestational-age preterm infants, with head circumference showing the earliest catch-up.

Impact:

  • The findings indicate a tendency for weight and length recovery towards that of appropriate-size preterm and term infants.
  • Head circumference demonstrates a more pronounced and earlier recovery, suggesting potential for better neurodevelopmental outcomes.
  • This data aids clinicians in monitoring and managing the growth of preterm SGA populations.
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