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Bhanu Kiran Bhakhri1, Sheeba Rana1, Jagdish P Goyal1

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India.

Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism
|October 2, 2015
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Growth patterns in Himalayan children differ significantly from national standards. This study highlights the need for region-specific growth references for accurate pediatric health assessments.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Health
  • Anthropometry
  • Regional Growth Studies

Background:

  • Distinct geographical and demographic factors in Himalayan foothills regions necessitate localized growth assessment standards.
  • National growth references may not accurately reflect the health status of children in diverse geographical areas.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare growth parameters of apparently healthy children from the Himalayan foothills with national reference data.
  • To determine the appropriateness of using national growth standards for this specific population.

Main Methods:

  • Comparative analysis of anthropometric measurements (height, weight) of children aged 5-18 years.
  • Utilized median values for age from national reference data for comparison.

Main Results:

  • Significant differences observed in growth parameters between children from Uttarakhand and national medians.
  • Children in older age groups were lighter, while younger children were taller than national reference values.

Conclusions:

  • Current national reference data is inappropriate for interpreting the growth parameters of children in the Himalayan foothills.
  • Region-specific growth references are recommended for accurate pediatric health monitoring in this area.
Abstract

Keywords:
Growth patternfoothill regionnational reference

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