Growth and developmental status in chronic renal insufficiency in infancy and early childhood

ABSTRACT

This study was carried out to evaluate growth and developmental status of 60 infants with chronic renal insufficiency that occurred before the age of one year as a result of congenital renal disorder. All patients received standard treatment of CRF and patients on corticosteroids were excluded. Ten patients with ESRD underwent peritoneal dialysis. An adequate caloric intake was supplied to ensure proper weight for all patients. Clinical, skeletal, anthropometric, nutritional and developmental assessments were done for all patients. It was concluded that chronic renal insufficiency in infancy may have serious impacts on growth and development that may not be prevented by adequate nutrition