Summary of the demographic data of the preterm-at-term and term-born infants taking part in this study
| Demographic Parameters | Preterm Infants at Term | Term infants | Statistical Difference between Preterm-at-Term and Term Infants | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median (range) | Median (range) | P Value | ||
| Gestational age (weeks) | 29.5 (25.7–34.7) | 40 (36.4–42.3) | ||
| Postmenstrual age at scanning (weeks) | 41.1 (36.3–45.3) | 41.6 (37.1–42.8) | .13 | |
| Birth weight (kg) | 1.29 (0.51–2.69) | 3.29 (1.85–4.50) | ||
| Weight at scanning (kg) | 3.06 (1.70–5.5) | 3.48 (1.93–5.28) | .11 | |
| Head circumference at birth (cm) | 27.1 (22.1–34.5) | 34.4 (31–38) | ||
| Head circumference at scanning (cm) | 35.4 (31.2–40) | 36.4 (32–39.4) | .02 | |