Cross-sectional and longitudinal growth patterns in XXXX : implications for clinical care.

@entity1 @entity6926 @entity164
BACKGROUND: There is strikingly limited information on linear growth and weight in the different types of @entity6926 ( @entity6926 ). Here, we define growth patterns further with the intent of implementing appropriate adaptations proactively. METHODS: We report cross-sectional anthropometric data for 343 subjects with different @entity6926 types (144 @entity1 , 199 adults). Longitudinal height data for 36 @entity1 (18 @entity1 , 18 @entity1 ) with @entity6926 and 10 @entity1 (8 @entity1 , 2 @entity1 ) with @entity6926 @entity164 were obtained. RESULTS: In all cases, the height Z-scores were negatively impacted, and final height Z-scores were impacted the most. In type I, the growth velocities taper near puberty, and there is a blunted pubertal growth spurt. The growth velocities of @entity1 with @entity164 decelerate before age 5 y; poor growth continues without an obvious pubertal growth spurt. Obesity is a concern for all @entity1 with @entity6926 , with @entity164 @entity1 being the most affected. CONCLUSION: The linear growth patterns, in addition to the marked increase in weight over time, indicate a need for lifestyle modifications early in childhood, especially a need for weight control. Further definition of the anthropometric measures in @entity6926 enables @entity1 to begin modifications as early as possible.Pediatric Research (2015); doi:10.1038/pr.2015.230.
