This study compared facial proportions of stunted and non-stunted children in Bandung, Indonesia. Results showed that stunted children had significantly shorter vertical facial dimensions, while horizontal dimensions were similar across groups. These findings suggest that vertical facial measurements could serve as supportive, non-invasive indicators for early detection and monitoring of childhood stunting in community settings.
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