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Growth-monitoring programs are aimed at early detection of such disorders to avoid permanent health consequences and support children\u2019s wellbeing. However, age- and sex-specific data on the incidence of disorders associated with tall stature are scarce. This retrospective population-based cohort study aims to specify the epidemiological data that are needed to develop better diagnostic practices. The study population included 1 144 503 children (51% boys) born in Finland between 1998 and 2017 with 16.5 million register notifications including medical diagnoses. The first occurrences of several primary or secondary disorders associated with tall stature were identified from multiple registers. The age- and sex-specific cumulative incidences (CMIs) from birth until 18 years of age and the median age at diagnosis were determined. A total of 1641 children (0.14% of the whole birth cohort, 44% boys) had a primary or secondary disorder associated with tall stature. 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