Maternal Height Linked to Birth Complications, But Impact Varies by Race

A new study finds that shorter mothers face elevated risks of adverse birth outcomes, yet the strength of this association differs significantly across racial and ethnic groups. The findings suggest that one-size-fits-all clinical guidelines may miss important population-specific health disparities affecting maternal and infant health outcomes.

Originaltitel: The association between maternal stature and adverse birth outcomes and the modifying effect of race and ethnicity: a population-based retrospective cohort study