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While these data are practical, concerns exist about their accuracy, particularly for individual assessment. This literature review aimed to determine the accuracy of parent- or self-reported height and weight data for use in YHC. A systematic review was conducted, including studies from the past 13.5\u2009years comparing parent- or self-reported and measured height and weight data in children. Data on correlation coefficients and mean differences were extracted. Meta-analyses were performed by reporting source, age group, and sex. Twenty-nine studies were included. Correlations between reported and measured values ranged from poor to almost perfect. Parent-reported data were more accurate for children aged 4\u201311\u2009years than for those aged 0\u20133\u2009years; self-reported data were more accurate in adolescents aged 12\u201318\u2009years than for those aged 4\u201311\u2009years. Systematic underestimation of height and weight was observed in parent-reported data for those aged 4\u201311\u2009years. Self-reported data showed similar trends, with accuracy increasing with age. We conclude that parent- and self-reported height and weight data lack sufficient accuracy for individual growth monitoring in YHC. If used, the data source should be clearly indicated in health records. 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