Payesh (Jan 2006)
Anthropometry measurements of live off spring in Arak, Iran
Abstract
Objective (s): To report either at birth anthropometry indices or determining percentile points of weight, height and circumference of head and also show a uni and multi variates comparison for these variables in two sexes and in normal childbirth and cesarean deliveries in different regions of the city of Arak. Methods: This was a cross-sectional pilot on all live offspring in Arak in 2002. All live newborns in this year was 10241 which (5241 boys and 5000 girls). The prevalence rate of low birth weight among these live newborns was estimated about 9 %. Results: The mean weight of all cases was 3193 (± 586) gr and among boys and girls were 3193 (± 586) and 3100 (± 531) gr respectively. There was a significant statistical difference between boys and girls (P0.05). A significant statistical difference of head with amount of NCHS curve was not seen but above the 25 percentile, the mentioned difference became statistically significant. Conclusion: Prospective study on live newborns and drawing growth curve is neccessary. Further specific researche in central region of the country is recommended.
