Abstract:The evaluation of the anterior fontanel is an important element of pediatric examination. Too large or too small fontanel (evaluated by the investigator) in relation to child's age raises a suspicion of a disease. The anterior fontanel size is assumed to be related to the level of vitamin D, so physicians consider modifying its dose used in supplementation. The aim of the study was to establish the average size of the anterior fontanel in healthy well-developing children from Lublin region and determine relati… Show more
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