The Impact of Estimated Energy and Protein Balances on Extrauterine Growth in Preterm Infants.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Nutritional support of preterm infants remains a field of debate in the literature and clinical practice varies significantly. Adequate nutrition should promote growth and aim for optimal later neurodevelopment. However, it is often impaired by prematurity-associated morbidity and the physiologic immaturity of preterm infants. This study assessed the impact of energy and macronutrient provision on growth velocity and outcome and explored differences attributed to the heterogeneity of the preterm population.

Methods

We retrospectively collected clinical and nutritional data from neonates hospitalized in two separate Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs). Estimated energy and protein balance were calculated based on the ESPGHAN guidelines and their association with

SUBMITTER: Lygerou I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10458304 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature