Growth outcome in preterm babies treated or not with dexamethasone
| Treatment group (n=15) | Control group (n=15) | |
|---|---|---|
| Values are expressed as number (%) or mean (SD). | ||
| Mean age at follow up (months) | 36.6 (1.7) | 36.2 (0,6) |
| Mean body weight (kg) | 12.732 (2.184) | 12.422 (1.738) |
| Below 3rd centile | 3 (20) | 4 (26.7) |
| 3rd–97th centile | 12 (80) | 11 (73.3) |
| Above 97th centile | 0 | 0 |
| Mean body height (cm) | 93.9 (4.1) | 92.1 (5.6) |
| Below 3rd centile | 0 | 2 (13.3) |
| 3rd–97th centile | 13 (86.7) | 13 (86.7) |
| Above 97th centile | 2 (13.3) | 0 |
| Mean head circumference (cm) | 48.6 (1.4) | 48.5 (2.3) |
| Below 3rd centile | 2 (13.3) | 3 (20) |
| 3rd–97th centile | 13 (86.7) | 12 (80) |
| Above 97th centile | 0 | 0 |