The findings are of great significance because it means that more children at risk of dying can be identified and treated.
In our earlier discussions regarding the use of the WHO growth standards, it was mentioned that the use of the WHO standards led to increased numbers of children admitted in hospital wards for inpatient care, thus stretching already limited facilities.
This study however suggests that the WHO growth standards are much more accurate and advantageous.
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