Milk volume showdown: which amount helps tiny preemies thrive?
NCT ID NCT06420531
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether giving very preterm babies (born 27-31 weeks) a higher or lower volume of human milk helps them grow healthier. About 486 infants will be tracked to see how their body composition and gut health respond. The goal is to find the best feeding plan for these fragile newborns.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
RECRUITINGBirmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States
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University of Mississippi Medical Center
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGJackson, Mississippi, 39216, United States
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University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77030, United States
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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGDallas, Texas, 75235, United States
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