Birth weight estimation of newborns utilizing chest and arm circumference

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1994-12-01
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A study of 547 births in Thaketa township showed a strong correlation between birth weight with chest circumference (r = 0.71) and mid arm circumference (r = 0.70). Multiple regression analysis of birth weight on chest and mid arm circumference was: Birth weight = - 1870.41 + (mid arm circumference x 192.03) + (chest circumference x 91.97). The value of F statistic (371.97) was significant (p < 0.001) indicating the usefulness of chest and mid arm circumference in predicting birth weight.
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Bo Kywe, Than Nu Shwe, Maung Maung Lin, Kyu Kyu Khin. Birth weight estimation of newborns utilizing chest and arm circumference. Myanmar Health Sciences Research Journal. 1994; 6(3): 113-117
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https://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/127012
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