Juan weighed 2 pounds at birth and spent months in the infant intensive care unit (ICU). Juan MOST likely:

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Juan's low birth weight and prolonged stay in the ICU put him at high risk for a variety of complications, including developmental delays, chronic health problems, and even early mortality. While some premature babies do overcome these challenges and go on to live healthy lives, they face a significantly greater risk than full-term infants. It is therefore likely that Juan will have lingering, lifelong problems, although the extent and severity of these problems may vary.

Juan Weighed 2 Pounds at Birth and Spent Months in the Infant