Ponderal index is a poor predictor of in utero growth retardation

Volume: 111, Issue: 2, Pages: 113 - 119
Published: Jan 16, 2004
Abstract
Objective To evaluate the usefulness of ponderal index (PI) and related indices of weight and length in identifying asymmetric growth, body thinness and organ asymmetry associated with IUGR. Design Cross sectional study. Setting Aberdeen Maternity Hospital. Population The population includes term (≥37 weeks) singleton live births ( n = 53,934) between 1986 and 1996, ultrasound measurements in 2522 pregnancies, 712 unselected term pregnancies in...
Paper Details
Title
Ponderal index is a poor predictor of in utero growth retardation
Published Date
Jan 16, 2004
Volume
111
Issue
2
Pages
113 - 119
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