WHO Anthro 3.2.2.1

Comprehensive and Versatile Growth Assessment Software for Healthcare Professionals

WHO Anthro stands out as an essential tool designed to assist healthcare providers in accurately assessing the growth and nutritional status of infants and young children worldwide. Developed by the World Health Organization, this software leverages robust reference standards to provide precise indicators such as height-for-age, weight-for-height, and body mass index-for-age, crucial for early detection of malnutrition and growth delays.

User-Friendly and Cross-Platform Accessibility

The application is available for free across multiple platforms including Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS, ensuring broad accessibility for practitioners globally. Its intuitive interface simplifies data entry, enabling quick calculations and generating comprehensive reports that aid in clinical decision-making.

Extensive Features for Diverse Clinical Needs

• Multiple Growth Indicators: Calculates percentile ranks and Z-scores for various measurements, including height, weight, head circumference, and BMI using WHO or CDC standards.
• Specialized Calculations: Supports advanced metrics like blood pressure (NIH or AAP references), waist circumference, skinfold measurements, target heights, height velocity, and obesity metrics.
• Compatibility: Designed to accommodate children with syndromes such as Down syndrome, Prader–Willi, Turner syndrome, and preterm infants with references from Fenton, INTERGROWTH-21st, and Olsen charts.
• Data Management: Stores patient-specific data securely for later retrieval, streamlining ongoing monitoring and follow-up assessments.

Why Choose WHO Anthro?

• Accurate and Reliable: Utilizes WHO’s internationally recognized growth standards to ensure precise evaluation of child development.
• Educational and Easy to Use: User reviews highlight its simplicity and effectiveness in everyday clinical practice.
• Versatile and Comprehensive: Suitable for a wide range of clinical settings from pediatric clinics to research environments.

WHO Anthro remains an indispensable resource for healthcare workers dedicated to improving child health outcomes through accurate growth monitoring. Its extensive functionality combined with ease of use makes it a trusted choice in global pediatrics—empowering professionals to identify at-risk children early and intervene effectively.