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Pediatrics Sho Stature 9e2e36e2

What condition does the dotted line in the following growth cha represent?

A
Constitutional delay in growth & pubey
B
Familial sho stature
C
Normal height throughout childhood
D
Chronic malnutrition
High-Yield Explanation
Constitutional delay in growth & pubey: The given curve shows that the child's height remains below and parallel to the 3rd percentile line during childhood. Pubey is delayed. An acceleration of growth is seen during mid & late adolescence, with the final adult height attained being normal.

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