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[Growth retardation: progress in diagnosis at the dawn of therapy]
1UER Alexis-Carrel, Hôpital Edouard-Herriot, Lyon, France.
Pediatrie
|January 1, 1987
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This review covers practical, clinical diagnostic procedures for childhood growth failure. It discusses new diagnostic methods and therapeutic options for pediatric growth concerns.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Endocrinology
- Child Health Diagnostics
Context:
- Growth failure is a significant concern in pediatric health.
- Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective intervention.
- Clinical practice requires updated diagnostic protocols.
Purpose:
- To provide a practical and clinical overview of diagnosing growth failure in children.
- To review novel diagnostic procedures for pediatric growth disorders.
- To discuss current therapeutic perspectives for managing growth failure.
Summary:
- This article reviews the diagnostic procedures for childhood growth failure.
- It emphasizes a practical, clinical approach, incorporating new diagnostic techniques.
- Therapeutic strategies are also discussed in the context of diagnosis.
Impact:
- Aids clinicians in diagnosing and managing pediatric growth failure.
- Highlights advancements in diagnostic tools for growth disorders.
- Informs therapeutic decision-making for affected children.
Abstract:
The author reviews the diagnostic procedure of growth failure in children. The approach is both practical and clinical. The new diagnostic procedures are briefly reviewed and the therapeutic perspectives discussed.