Which statement is most true about large-for-gestational age (LGA) infants?
A) They weigh more than 3500g.
B) They are above the 80th percentile on gestational growth charts.
C) They are prone to hypoglycemia, polycythemia, and birth injuries.
D) Postmaturity syndrome and fractured clavicles are the most common complications.

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Hypoglycemia, polycythemia, and birth injuries are all common in LGA infants. LGA infants are determined by their weight compared to their age. They are above the 90th percentile on gestational growth charts. Birth injuries are a problem, but postmaturity syndrome is not an expected complication with LGA infants.

Which Statement Is Most True About Large-For-Gestational Age (LGA) Infants