Enteral feeding in prostaglandin-dependent neonates: is it a safe practice?
Lisa Willis, Patti Thureen, Jonathan Kaufman, Erica Wymore, Heather Skillman, Eduardo da Cruz, Lisa Willis, Patti Thureen, Jonathan Kaufman, Erica Wymore, Heather Skillman, Eduardo da Cruz
Abstract
In many centers presurgical term neonates with prostaglandin-dependent cardiac lesions experience nutritional deficiency because of postponed enteral feeds. We recently adopted early enteral feeding in these infants. This retrospective study demonstrates feeding tolerance in 33 of 34 neonates fed enterally while receiving prostaglandin, suggesting the safety of this practice.
Source: PubMed