Description

An infant classified as small for gestational age (SGA) is one whose birth weight is below the 10th percentile for their gestational age. This condition can indicate potential health issues and may require close monitoring and intervention.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'Recién Nacido Pequeño para la Edad Gestacional' is used in formal medical contexts. Colloquial terms may include 'bebé pequeño' or 'bajo peso', but these should be avoided in clinical settings to maintain precision. It is crucial to ensure that the distinction between SGA and other weight classifications is clear.

Example Sentences

EN: The pediatrician noted that the infant was small for gestational age and recommended further evaluation.

ES: El pediatra observó que el recién nacido era pequeño para la edad gestacional y recomendó una evaluación adicional.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing SGA with low birth weight; misinterpreting the term as a general description rather than a specific classification; using informal language that lacks clinical accuracy.