Breast milk showdown: preterm vs. term – What's the difference?

NCT ID NCT07399405

First seen Feb 18, 2026 · Last updated Apr 25, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study looked at 103 research papers to compare the nutrients in breast milk from mothers who gave birth early (preterm) versus those who gave birth at full term. The goal was to see if there are differences in energy, protein, fat, and other nutrients. The findings help doctors understand how to better feed preterm babies.

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Locations

  • Sun Yat-sen University

    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

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