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Intestinal Microbiota and Short Term Outcomes in Very Low Birth Weight Infants Fed Primarily Donor Human Milk Compared to Infants Fed Primarily Mother's Own Milk
In Brief
An observational study evaluating Observational - no intervention for Infant, Very Low Birth Weight. Completed, enrolled 125 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
A study to compare growth, development of the intestinal bacterial environment, and other short term outcomes in groups of babies fed primarily their own mother's milk compared to those who receive primarily donor human milk. The investigators hypothesize that infants who receive primarily their own mother's milk will have better growth, a more diverse intestinal bacterial environment, and possibly some improved short term outcomes such as better feeding tolerance and lower rates of infection.
Study Details
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Interventions
This study will observe cohorts of infants who are fed primarily either their own mother's milk or donor milk as part of their routine care. No direct intervention is performed as part of the study.