Growth and micronutrient status parameters of Nigerian preterm infants consuming preterm formula or breastmilk
Adedotun Joshua Owolabi,
Idowu Adejumoke Ayede,
Olugbenga Oyewumi Akinrinoye
et al.
Abstract:Background
Moderate-to-late preterm infants (32–34 weeks GA) have increased risk of neonatal morbidities compared to term infants, however dedicated nutritional guidelines are lacking.
Methods
Moderate-to-late preterm infants received a preterm formula (n = 17) or breastmilk (n = 24) from age 2–10 weeks in a non-randomized, open-label observational study. Anthropometric measurements were assessed bi-weekly. Blood concentrations of hemoglobin, ferritin, ser… Show more
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