Hypertension in adulthood is programmed during the perinatal period.

In conclusion, IUGR and preterm birth may be significant risk factors for the development of adult hypertension; therefore, in children with a history of IUGR, attention should be paid to the long-term effects, including those in adulthood, to prevent this predictable complication and establish optimal catch-up growth planning.

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