Head circumference
Alternative names:
occipital-frontal circumference; OFC
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Definition:
Measurement of the circumference of the child's head. At its largest area (above the eyebrows and ears and around the back of the head). During routine check-ups, the distance is measured in centimeters and compared to previous measurements; normal ranges are based on age (weeks, months, and years).
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