Nourishing LBW and Premature Infants

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Clinical Nutrition Neonatology Paediatrics Developmental Pediatrics Nutrition & Disease Management Patient Care
Nourishing LBW and Premature Infants

Nutritional intervention plays a central role in the management of LBW and premature infants. Providing proper nutrition reduces neonatal morbidity and mortality and prevents long-term complications.

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