What is the ponderal index of a neonate with bih weight 2kg and length 50 cm:
Ponderal Index (PI) in Neonate = Weight (gm)/ Length (cm)3 x 100 = In this case, PI = 2000/(50)3 x 100 = 1.6
1.6
3.6
2.2
2.6
IUGR and Feeding of Preterm Neonate