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Growth, Development, and Short Stature
Investigating the causes of short stature by evaluating growth rate and development.
General Information
Growth during childhood is shaped by the influence of many interconnected factors. Growth hormone, thyroid hormones, nutrition, sleep quality, and overall health are among the most important of these factors.
Short stature is defined as a child's height falling below the expected percentile for their age. However, a child being shorter than their peers alone does not indicate an endocrinological problem. The family's average height (target height), growth rate, and bone age are evaluated together.
In this evaluation, the target height calculated based on the parents' heights, the child's growth rate, and the trend of the percentile curve provide important guiding information.
Takipte Önemli Noktalar
• Assessment of height, weight, and body mass index according to age and gender
• Examination of the growth curve and annual growth rate
• Calculation of target height based on parental heights
• Evaluation of height alignment with genetic target
• Assessment of pubertal development
• Determination of bone age when necessary
• Investigation of hormonal, nutritional, or systemic causes that may affect growth based on clinical findings
Communication
We conduct the examination processes in a warm environment where our children feel carefree and safe.
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