Early Feeding and Dextrose Therapy in Neonatal Hypoglycemia: Effects on Glycemic Stability and Neurodevelopmental Outcome

Medico Research Chronicles 2026 Open access

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Authors: Jonnawada Aakash Chandra, Prashant Nigwekar
DOI: 10.26838/medrech.2026.13.1.857
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Abstract

Background: Neonatal hypoglycemia is a common metabolic disorder that poses significant risks to neurodevelopment if untreated. While intravenous dextrose remains standard therapy, early enteral feeding may serve as an important adjunctive strategy. Objective: To evaluate the comparative effects of early feeding combined with intravenous dextrose therapy versus dextrose therapy alone on glycemic stability and neurodevelopmental outcomes in neonates with hypoglycemia. Methods: This prospective comparative study enrolled 160 neonates (gestational age ≥34 weeks) diagnosed with hypoglycemia (blood glucose

Fields of Study & Subjects

Infant Development and Preterm Care Neonatal Health and Biochemistry Neonatal and fetal brain pathology

Publication details

Journal / source
Medico Research Chronicles
Volume
13
Issue
1
Pages
153–160
Publication date
22 January 2026
Language
EN