Journal of Semnan University of Medical Sciences
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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