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Small-for-gestational-age infants need dietary quality more than quantity for their development: the role of human

Carlo Agostoni1

  • 1Department of Paediatrics, University of Milan, San Paolo Hospital, 8 Via A. di Rudini, 20142 Milan, Italy. carlo.agostoni@unimi.it

Acta Paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992)
|September 29, 2005
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Breastfeeding benefits infants born small for gestational age (SGA), potentially improving neurodevelopment and preventing metabolic issues. Human milk

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal development
  • Pediatric nutrition
  • Growth disorders

Background:

  • Infants born small for gestational age (SGA) exhibit developmental delays into adolescence.
  • Breastfeeding's positive impact on development is pronounced in SGA infants, especially with prolonged duration.
  • Human milk's nutritional components, like docosahexaenoic acid, may contribute to improved outcomes.

Discussion:

  • SGA infants face risks for developmental delay and long-term metabolic complications.
  • Breastfeeding offers crucial maternal-infant contact and vital nutrients.
  • Specific milk components, such as LC-PUFAs, are essential for infant brain development.

Key Insights:

  • Prolonged breastfeeding may mitigate developmental delays in SGA infants.
  • Human milk composition plays a significant role in the neurodevelopment of SGA infants.
  • Early nutritional interventions via breastfeeding can address growth restriction sequelae.

Outlook:

  • Further research into optimizing human milk composition for SGA infants is warranted.
  • Investigating the long-term metabolic benefits of breastfeeding in SGA populations is crucial.
  • Developing targeted nutritional strategies for SGA infants could improve lifelong health outcomes.
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