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Growth Faltering: Definitions and References for Typical Ranges

Natasha Shur1, Sangeeta Sule2, Carrie Daymont3

  • 1Division of Genetics and Metabolism.

Pediatric Annals
|April 2, 2026
PubMed

Insights

Pediatricians need clear definitions for typical development and growth concerns like malnutrition and short stature. This guide offers quick reference terms for early medical concern flagging in children.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Health
  • Child Development
  • Clinical Pediatrics

Background:

  • Recognizing medical concerns in children requires understanding typical development.
  • Evidence-based criteria are essential for identifying growth issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide pediatricians with a quick reference guide for growth concern terminology.
  • To define key terms related to child growth and development.

Main Methods:

  • Review of basic terminology for child growth.
  • Compilation of definitions for common growth concerns.

Main Results:

  • Key terms such as growth faltering, malnutrition, short stature, macrocephaly, and microcephaly are defined.
  • A foundational understanding of typical development is emphasized.

Conclusions:

  • A clear grasp of terminology aids pediatricians in identifying potential medical concerns.
  • Standardized definitions support consistent assessment of pediatric growth and development.

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