Correlation between maternal mid upper arm circumference and neonatal anthropometry

Abstract

Introduction: An infant's birth weight has been identified as the best marker of optimal fetal growth and development. Maternal anthropometry (weight, height and Mid-Upper Arm Circumference) have been identified to influence an infant's birth weight and length. If MUAC can be established as a surrogate marker for neonatal anthropometric parameters it will help to plan the timely intervention for improvement of health of pregnant female. Aim: To study the correlation between maternal mid upper arm circumference and neonatal anthropometry.