A nearly continuous measure of birth weight for gestational age using a United States national reference

A nearly continuous measure of birth weight for gestational age using a United States national reference

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Fully understanding the determinants and sequelae of fetal growth requires a continuous measure of birth weight adjusted for gestational age. Published United States reference data, however, provide estimates only of the median and l...

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Main Authors: Rich-Edwards Janet, Kleinman Ken P, Oken Emily, Gillman Matthew W
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2003-07-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
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MeSH Headings: Birth weight
fetal weight
gestational age
premature birth
ultrasonography
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2431/3/6

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