Liquid Preterm Formula Versus Powdered Human Milk Fortifier in VLBW Infants

Randomized Study of a Liquid High-Calorie Preterm Formula Versus Powdered Human Milk Fortifier in Very-Low Birthweight Infants

This study aims to compare the short-term effects on growth and feeding tolerance of a liquid high calorie formula added to human milk versus powdered human milk fortifier in small preterm infants.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Infants between 500 and 1499 grams of birthweight, receiving mother's milk.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Infants with major congenital anomalies and previous history of gastrointestinal disease.