The growth pattern of infants (0-12 months) in a rural area of Rivers State, Nigeria
Ofuya, Z.M.; Iwuji, S.C.
Journal of Applied Science and Environmental Management 6(2): 67-70
2002
Document Number: 259962
The growth pattern of 250 infants attending the University of Port Harcourt, Primary Health Care Centre, Aluu was studied. Infant's aged 0-4 months had a growth curve similar to that of National Centre for Health Statistics 50th centile standard. After this age, the growth pattern fell below the 50th centile of the aforementioned standard. The decline in growth was more pronounced during the weaning period. Most of the infants were found to be short in height.
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