Predictors influencing neurodevelopment during the infancy of term infants
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Gestational age, birth weight, and maternal folic acid supplementation positively influence infant neurodevelopment. Conversely, infant overweight and NICU stay negatively impact development, highlighting key factors for monitoring term infants.
Area Of Science
- Pediatrics
- Neurodevelopmental Biology
Background
- Neurodevelopmental outcomes in term infants are crucial for long-term health.
- Identifying influencing factors aids in early intervention and management strategies.
Purpose Of The Study
- To determine factors influencing the neurodevelopment of term infants aged under one year.
- To establish a basis for neurodevelopmental monitoring and management.
Main Methods
- A cohort of 327 term infants (4-12 months) was assessed using the Developmental Behavior Assessment Scale.
- Univariate and multiple linear regression analyses were performed to identify influencing factors.
Main Results
- Greater gestational age (GA) and birth weight (BW) predicted higher total development quotient (TDQ) scores.
- Infant overweight status was associated with lower TDQ and gross motor scores.
- Increased GA, maternal folic acid supplementation, and higher maternal education predicted better neurodevelopmental outcomes in specific domains.
- Neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admission and gestational hypertension were linked to poorer outcomes.
Conclusions
- GA, BW, BMI, NICU admission duration, maternal folic acid supplementation, gestational hypertension, and maternal education level significantly influence infant neurodevelopment.
- These factors provide targets for monitoring and intervention to support optimal neurodevelopment in term infants.
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