





Head circumference at birth an average of 34-36 cm In the future it is growing quite rapidly in the first months of life.
Head circumference of children 1 year of age is calculated by the formula: circumference of the head of 6-month-old baby is 43 cm on each missing month from 43 subtracted 1.
5 cm for each subsequent month added 0.
5 cm For children 2-15 years: head circumference 5 year old child is equal to 50 cm, each missing year of 50 cm should subtract 1 cm for each subsequent add 0.
6 cm Changes in chest circumference Chest circumference measurement is necessary for the analysis of the transverse dimensions of the body.
Bosom reflects the degree of development of the chest, her muscular system and the subcutaneous fat layer.
It also gives an indication of the functional performance of the respiratory system.
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