Before revision: The corpulence index is variously defined (the first definition should be preferred due to the use of SI-units kg and m) as follows: Formula Units Values considered normal or typical for a 12-month-old infant beyond infancy kg/m3 24 12 pound * inch -1/3 12.49 to 13.92 Significance It plays a role in assessing whether the intrauterine growth restriction of a child is symmetrical or asymmetrical.
After revision: The corpulence index is variously defined (the first definition should be preferred due to the use of SI-units kg and m) as follows: Formula Units Values considered normal or typical for a 12-month-old infant beyond infancy kg/m3 24 12 pound inch * -1/3 12.49 to 13.92 Significance It plays a role in assessing whether the intrauterine growth restriction of a child is symmetrical or asymmetrical.