Study reveals how feeding strategies shape fatty acid levels in premature infants

A new analysis of the Mega Donna Mega trial shows that combining intravenous lipids with oral supplements of two key fatty acids significantly alters blood fat profiles in preterm babies. The findings could reshape neonatal nutrition protocols and influence how hospitals manage premature infant feeding—affecting clinical outcomes and healthcare costs.

Originaltitel: Modification of serum fatty acids in preterm infants by parenteral lipids and enteral docosahexaenoic acid/arachidonic acid: A secondary analysis of the Mega Donna Mega trial