Significant improvements in weight and growth, however,
will occur within months after corrective surgery (4, 6). After
a period of 2 to 6 years after surgery, TEE values normalize,
and the nutritional deficit is regained. One year is required
to reach a normal cranial perimeter and a normal length
according to the age (6, 44, 45). Patients with a low birth
weight and who, prior to the surgery