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High volume milk feeds for preterm infants.

M A Lewis, B A Smith

    Archives of Disease in Childhood
    |August 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    High volume feeding of breast milk or standard formulas supports intrauterine growth rates in preterm infants. This feeding method is a viable alternative to specialized low birthweight formulas, especially for breastfed infants.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neonatal Nutrition
    • Pediatric Gastroenterology
    • Infant Growth and Development

    Background:

    • Preterm infants require specialized nutritional support to achieve optimal growth.
    • Low birthweight (LBW) formulas are traditionally used for preterm infants.
    • High-volume feeding strategies are being explored as alternatives.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of high-volume feeding (250 ml/kg/day) in preterm infants.
    • To compare weight gain in infants fed breast milk or standard formulas versus LBW formulas.
    • To assess the safety and tolerance of high-volume feeding.

    Main Methods:

    • A study involving fifty-nine preterm infants with birthweights between 1.0 and 2.0 kg.
    • Infants were fed either breast milk or standard formulas at a volume of 250 ml/kg/day.
    • Weight gain and complications were monitored.

    Main Results:

    • Infants fed 250 ml/kg/day of breast milk or standard formulas achieved intrauterine growth rates.
    • No complications were reported in the high-volume feeding group.
    • Weight gain was comparable to infants receiving specialized LBW formulas.

    Conclusions:

    • High-volume feeding is a satisfactory alternative to low birthweight formula milks.
    • This feeding approach is particularly desirable for preterm infants who are to be breast fed.
    • High-volume feeding supports appropriate growth and development in preterm neonates.

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