Egyptian Neonatal Body Physique Profile in Different Economic Classes

Background: It is generally accepted that the pattern of future growth and development of any child represent the results of interaction between hereditary and environmental factors. Aim: The goal of this study is to determine if there were differences in the body size at birth in the high versus low economic classes. Methods: This study was distinctive in the sampling of two economic classes (high and low) in Egypt, and the use of seven anthropometric measurements and indices in addition to birth weight. The sample consisted of 1961 singleton full tern Egyptian neonates of low (n=816) and high (n=1145) economic classes.