Abstract
The relationship between birth weight, birth order, and the risk of central nervous system tumors in childhood was evaluated by MacLean et al from Stanford University. The results of this study show that the risk of high-grade gliomas increases with birth order and birth weight. The authors speculate that factors that drive growth in utero may alter the risk of gliomas.Article page 450 ▸ The relationship between birth weight, birth order, and the risk of central nervous system tumors in childhood was evaluated by MacLean et al from Stanford University. The results of this study show that the risk of high-grade gliomas increases with birth order and birth weight. The authors speculate that factors that drive growth in utero may alter the risk of gliomas. Article page 450 ▸ Birth Weight and Order as Risk Factors for Childhood Central Nervous System TumorsThe Journal of PediatricsVol. 157Issue 3PreviewTo determine whether birth characteristics related to maternal-fetal health in utero are associated with the development of childhood central nervous system tumors. Full-Text PDF
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