Parents of a 6-month-old baby boy consulted a pediatrician. The baby is symmetrically less than the 5th percentile for height, weight, and head circumference on routine growth curves. He was born at 30 weeks’ gestation and weighed 1000 g. It was a planned pregnancy, and his mother’s prenatal course was uneventful until an automobile accident initiated the labor. He was ventilated for three days in the intensive care unit (ICU) but otherwise did well without any problems.
He was discharged at eight weeks of life. What can be the probable reason for the small size of this baby? Source: Case Files Pediatrics ##Disclaimer## The content provided on Docplexus is intended for educational purposes only. While we strive to ensure its accuracy, we make no warranties, explicit or implied, about the suitability, reliability, or adequacy of the information, including data visualization elements and…
