Breast milk and nutrients linked to better brain growth in preterm infants

NCT ID NCT02184650

First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated May 02, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study looked at 206 very premature babies (born before 32 weeks) to see how early nutrition affects their brain development. Researchers measured the amount of mother's milk, breastfeeding duration, and intake of fatty acids and iron during hospital stays. The goal was to find links between these nutrients and the babies' mental development over time.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hôpital Necker Assistance Publique- Hôpitaux de Paris

    Paris, 75015, France

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