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How to approach a child with short stature?

Powerpoint presentation on how to approach a child with short stature. Might be helpful in the practical exam.

This includes

Table of contents

  • Definition
  • Causes
  • Which growth chart should be used?
  • Etiological diagnosis
  • Physical examination and measurements
  • What is disproportionate short stature?
  • When to suspect disproportionate shortening?
  • Clues from examination and Investigations
  • Growth formulae

You may want to go through this detail review on short stature in children

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