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Post-discharge nutrition for the preterm infant.

Richard J Schanler1

  • 1Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Schneider Children's Hospital at North Shore, North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset, New York 11030, USA. schanler@nshs.edu

Acta Paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992). Supplement
|October 11, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Newly designed enriched formulas are available for premature infants post-discharge. Current data lacks guidance on optimal nutrient intakes for these vulnerable infants, necessitating further research.

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Area of Science:

  • Neonatology
  • Pediatric Nutrition
  • Infant Formula Development

Background:

  • Enriched formulas are now available for premature infants after hospital discharge.
  • The variety of available milks for premature infants upon discharge is expanding.
  • Optimal nutrient intake recommendations for premature infants in the post-discharge period are currently lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent data on post-discharge nutrition for premature infants.
  • To comment on recommendations for optimal nutrition in this population.
  • To address the lack of established nutrient intake guidelines for post-discharge premature infants.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent studies on premature infant nutrition.
  • Analysis of data supporting enriched formula use.

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  • Synthesis of current recommendations and identification of knowledge gaps.

    • Main Results:

    • Newly designed enriched formulas offer options for premature infants post-discharge.
    • Breastfeeding is encouraged due to its potential long-term benefits.
    • Infants at risk for growth failure may benefit from enriched formulas.

    Conclusions:

    • Further research is needed to establish optimal nutrient intakes for premature infants post-discharge.
    • Enriched formulas may be beneficial for specific high-risk infants.
    • Guidance on post-discharge nutrition for premature infants requires further development.