Sodium and Milk Fortification for Premature Babies
This trial tests whether adding sodium and fortified milk to nutrition helps very premature babies grow stronger and develop healthier body composition. Researchers will measure growth and body fat over time to see if these additions improve outcomes.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born between 24 and 31 weeks of pregnancy (very early)
- Your baby is admitted to University of Washington, Oregon Health & Science, or University of Cincinnati NICU
- Your baby is at least 14 days old when enrolling
- Your baby is now eating all nutrition by mouth (not by IV)
- Your baby is expected to stay in the NICU for at least 30 more days
- Your baby does not have birth defects, kidney problems, or serious intestinal infections
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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