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Comparison of degrees of malnutrition using centiles versus Z-score in children >2 years old.
| Interpretation/parameter | Normal | Mild malnutrition | Moderate malnutrition | Severe malnutrition | Total number of children >2 years old |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight-for-length centiles | 168 | 167 | 59 | 12 | 406 |
| BMI for age Z-score | 129 | 101 | 85 | 91 | |
| Percent increase in detection of malnutrition (%) | – | – | 44 | 658.3 |
