Early marker of motor developmental delay in preterm infants
Journal Title: Pediatric Review: International Journal of Pediatric Research - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 9
Abstract
Early markers of motor delay which have been studied include antenatal characteristics of mother and perinatal variables likeheart rate variability, responsiveness to stimulation, motor function, behavioral state and infant size.
Authors and Affiliations
Rabindran Rabindran, D. Sharad Gedam
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