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Formula-fed preterm neonates.

J C Picaud1

  • 1Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Arnaud de Villeneuve Hospital, Montpellier University, Montpellier, France. jc-picaud@chu-montpellier.fr

Minerva Pediatrica
|August 6, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Nutritional formulas for very low birth weight (VLBW) infants support growth and bone mineralization. Nutrient-enriched formulas may benefit VLBW infants for two months post-discharge.

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Area of Science:

  • Neonatal Nutrition
  • Pediatric Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Human milk is ideal for very immature babies, but lactation difficulties and limited donor milk availability necessitate specialized preterm formulas.
  • Standard term formulas and extensively hydrolyzed protein formulas are not nutritionally adequate for very low birth weight (VLBW) infants.
  • Partially hydrolyzed protein formulas show reduced nitrogen absorption, requiring higher nitrogen content.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the nutritional strategies for very low birth weight (VLBW) infants during hospitalization and post-discharge.
  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of preterm formulas, including specialized protein hydrolysates, mineral content, and additives like probiotics and prebiotics.
  • To determine optimal post-hospital nutrition for preterm infants not receiving breast milk.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of current evidence on preterm infant nutrition.
  • Analysis of studies comparing different preterm formula compositions and their impact on growth and mineral retention.
  • Examination of data on the use of nutrient-enriched formulas post-discharge.

Main Results:

  • Preterm formulas differ significantly from term formulas; partially hydrolyzed protein requires increased nitrogen content.
  • VLBW infants fed preterm formulas with soluble calcium salts showed improved bone mineralization by theoretical term.
  • Nutrient-enriched formulas enhance growth in VLBW infants compared to term formulas, particularly in the first 2-3 months post-discharge.

Conclusions:

  • Preterm formulas require specific adaptations, including protein source and mineral content, for optimal VLBW infant nutrition.
  • While long-term data is limited, nutrient-enriched formulas appear beneficial for the initial two months after hospital discharge for VLBW infants.

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