The Role of Human Milk Oligosaccharides and Probiotics on the Neonatal Microbiome and Risk of Necrotizing Enterocolitis: A Narrative Review

The Role of Human Milk Oligosaccharides and Probiotics on the Neonatal Microbiome and Risk of Necrotizing Enterocolitis: A Narrative Review

Preterm infants are a vulnerable population at risk of intestinal dysbiosis. The newborn microbiome is dominated by <i>Bifidobacterium</i> species, though abnormal microbial colonization can occur by exogenous factors such as mode of delivery, formula feeding, and exposure to antibiotics...

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Main Authors: Lila S. Nolan, Jamie M. Rimer, Misty Good
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-10-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
prematurity
newborn
necrotizing enterocolitis
microbiome
human milk oligosaccharide
probiotic
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/12/10/3052

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