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Feeding intervals and fat absorption in preterm babies.

V C Harrison1, G M Peat

  • 1Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, University of Cape Town.

South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
|February 1, 1992
PubMed
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Continuous nasogastric feeding is as effective as intermittent feeding for preterm infants. This method supports similar weight gain and fat absorption, making it a suitable option, particularly for preventing abdominal distension.

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Area of Science:

  • Neonatal nutrition
  • Gastroenterology
  • Pediatric research

Background:

  • Preterm infants often require specialized feeding methods.
  • Nasogastric (NG) feeding is common, but optimal delivery (continuous vs. intermittent) requires evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the efficacy of continuous nasogastric feeding versus intermittent nasogastric feeding in preterm infants.
  • To assess key nutritional and gastrointestinal parameters between feeding regimens.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted fat absorption studies on 18 preterm infants (1290-1960g birth weight).
  • Employed a randomized crossover design where each infant received evaporated milk via continuous, 1-hourly, 2-hourly, or 3-hourly NG feeding.
  • Monitored weight gain, stool transit time, and fat absorption/retention over 3-day periods for each regimen.

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Main Results:

  • No significant differences in daily weight gain were observed across all feeding methods.
  • Stool transit times remained consistent regardless of feeding frequency.
  • Fat absorption and retention showed no statistically significant variations between continuous and intermittent NG feeding.

Conclusions:

  • Continuous nasogastric feeding is a viable and effective method for preterm infants.
  • This feeding strategy supports comparable nutritional outcomes to intermittent feeding.
  • Continuous feeding may be particularly advantageous in minimizing abdominal distension in vulnerable preterm populations.