Preterm Infant Growth

Growth of Preterm Infants Consuming Formula

The purpose of this study is to assess growth of preterm infants fed a test formula compared to a standard formula up to the first 4 months of corrected gestational age.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Born AGA
• Exclusively formula-fed
• 28-34 weeks GA at birth
• Intact GI tract, tolerating full oral feeds
• Expected to be discharged from the hospital within a minimum of 24 hours, maximum of 5 days

Exclusion Criteria:

• Severe respiratory disease defined as needing mechanical ventilation at discharge
• Any significant systemic diseases that could affect growth. This includes cardiac, neurologic, or GI conditions.
• Major congenital malformation, history of GI surgery, severe postnatal complications
• Daily or routine diuretic use at time of discharge
• Receiving more than 10% of daily kcals from food additives such as thickeners
• Currently participating or having participated in another conflicting clinical trial.