Nutritional Care of Preterm Infants

This book provides a comprehensive and evidence-based guide to nutritional care for premature infants, particularly those with very low and extremely low birth weights. With advances in neonatal care significantly improving survival rates, optimal nutrition has become critical for long-term health, growth, and quality of life. Leading experts from around the world synthesize the latest research, offering practical guidance for both clinical application and ongoing study.

Key Features:

• Focuses on nutrient requirements and nutritional strategies for very low and extremely low birth weight infants.
• Covers both general nutritional needs and condition-specific considerations in neonatal care.
• Discusses amino acids, proteins, lipids, microminerals, vitamins, parenteral nutrition, and enteral feeding practices.
• Provides critical analyses of current research and evidence-based recommendations.
• Serves as a resource for both researchers and clinicians seeking up-to-date guidance on neonatal nutrition.
• Emphasizes long-term outcomes, health, and quality of life in premature infants.