taste sensation for preterm infants

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Authors: Tian Lin
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Abstract

The hypothesis is that the taste sensation promotes feeding and growth outcomes in preterm infants with gastric tube.This trial data showed higher weight and head circumference z scores at 36 weeks’ postmenstrual age and discharge, less feeding intolerance and better feeding performance in preterm infants with taste sensation while tube feeding.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Infant Nutrition and Health Infant Development and Preterm Care Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues

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Publication date
9 February 2026
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