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Neonatal parenteral nutrition

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  • Reference number: NG154
  • Published:  26 February 2020
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Research recommendations coming out of this guidance

  • What are the information and support needs of parents and carers with babies on parenteral nutrition?

  • What is the optimal ratio of non-nitrogen energy to nitrogen in parenteral nutrition for preterm and term babies?

  • What is the optimal timeframe for starting parenteral nutrition in term babies who are critically ill or require surgery?

  • What overall osmolality (or concentration of calcium and glucose/dextrose) in parenteral nutrition can determine whether to administer centrally or peripherally?

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