Effect of Induction of Early Meconium Evacuation using Glycerin Suppositories in Promoting Feeding Tolerance in Low Birth Weight Infants
Ambreen Fatima,
Syeda Shireen Gul,
Atiya Jogezai
et al.
Abstract:Objective: To determine the effect of Induction of early meconium evacuation using glycerin suppository in promoting feeding tolerance in low birth weight infants.
Methodology: This quasi-experimental study was conducted in the Department of Neonatology at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad. A total of 120 neonates were included in both groups of the study. The control group received standard treatment, while the intervention group received standard treatment along with glycerin suppos… Show more
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