Association of circulating FGF-21 levels in the first week of life and postnatal growth in hospitalized preterm infants

The role of fetal and neonatal growth in the development of adult-onset diseases such as obesity and metabolic syndrome has become increasingly appreciated. Fibroblast growth factor-21 (FGF-21) is known as a regulator of glucose and lipid metabolism. FGF-21 levels are elevated in obese adults and children. The role of FGF-21 in neonatal growth in preterm infants is not known.We aimed to evaluate the association of circulating FGF-21 levels in...