Characterisation of sucking dynamics of breastfeeding preterm infants: a cross sectional study

Abstract Background Full breastfeeding is the ultimate aim for preterm infants to ensure they receive the full benefits of human milk however, preterm infants face a number of challenges associated with their immaturity and associated morbidities. In order to facilitate oral feeding, it is essential...

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Autores principales: Donna T. Geddes, Kok Chooi, Kathryn Nancarrow, Anna R. Hepworth, Hazel Gardner, Karen Simmer
Formato: Artículo
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: BMC 2017-11-01
Colección:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Acceso en línea:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12884-017-1574-3