Update of adjustable fortification regimen for preterm infants: a new protocol

S Arslanoglu, E Bertino, A Coscia, P Tonetto, F Giuliani, G E Moro

Article ID: 6870
Vol 26, Issue 3S1, 2012
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54517/jbrha6870
Received: 9 October 2012; Accepted: 9 October 2012; Available online: 9 October 2012; Issue release: 9 October 2012

Abstract

Preterm infants fed fortified human milk in standard fashion receive less protein than they need due to customary assumptions. Protein is limiting for growth and neurocognitive development,and shortfalls of protein are not acceptable. Adjustable fortification regimen has been proven as an effective way to provide adequate protein intakes and appropriate growth in this group of infants. Italian Association of Human Milk Banks (AIBLUD) has promoted and implemented this Adjustable fortification regimen in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) with success. This paper presents an update of Adjustable fortification regimen; a new protocol already utilized in several italian NICUs.


Keywords

adjustable fortification;fortification;individualized fortification;preterm infant;human milk


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