Normal growth patterns in infants and prepubertal children – UpToDate Topic Review (2025) Julieana Nichols

Description

A detailed review of normal human growth patterns, including changes in height, weight, and head circumference in infants and prepubertal children. It discusses the determinants of growth, the influence of genetic and environmental factors, nutritional status, and the importance of growth velocity in detecting pathologic deviations. This topic serves as foundational material for understanding conditions such as short stature.