title: Evaluation of growth disorders in children.
abstract: Both pediatricians and pediatric endocrinologists are frequently required to evaluate children for possible disorders of linear growth. This article reviews the factors which influence growth as well as the etiologies of short and tall stature, and discusses the clinical and laboratory evaluation of abnormal growth. Recent developments in the evaluation of children with growth disorders are highlighted.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D001823:Body Composition; D001827:Body Height; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006130:Growth Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000235:genetics; D013006:Growth Hormone / Q000172:deficiency / Q000378:metabolism*; D013007:Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone / Q000502:physiology; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D013959:Thyroid Diseases / Q000150:complications
chemical_list: D013006:Growth Hormone; D013007:Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone