Comparison of the mean growth indices between breast fed and formula fed infants from 0 to 9 months old who refered to the health centers and health houses in Semnan in year 1995
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Introduction. The growth of infants after the birth can be affected with different
factors. Feeding method is one of the most important factor which affect on the statu s
of the infant's growth . The aim of this study was to compare the mean growth indices
(weight, height and head circumference) between 0 to 9 months old breast fed and
formul a fed infants.
Materials and Methods. This study is a prospective research that was per formed on
797 infants who were born since September to March 1995 in Semnan. These infants
were followed up for 9 months. The measurements of the growth indices were done in
health center and health house .
Results. At birth, there was not significant difference in the mean growth indices
between breast fed and formula fed infants. The weigth and head circumference of
breast fed infants in 1.5, 3,4.5 and 9 months was significantly (P |
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Keywords: Formula fed, Breast fed, Growth, Weight, Height, Head Circumference |
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General Received: 2009/02/2 | Published: 2000/02/15
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