Effect of Synthetic Vitamin A and Probiotics Supplementation for Prevention of Morbidity and Mortality during the Neonatal Period. A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Studies from Low- and Middle-Income Countries

Effect of Synthetic Vitamin A and Probiotics Supplementation for Prevention of Morbidity and Mortality during the Neonatal Period. A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Studies from Low- and Middle-Income Countries

<i>Background:</i> Suboptimal nutritional status of a newborn is a risk factor for short- and long-term morbidity and mortality. The objectives of this review were to assess the efficacy and effectiveness of neonatal synthetic vitamin A supplementation, dextrose gel and probiotic supplem...

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Main Authors: Aamer Imdad, Faseeha Rehman, Evan Davis, Suzanna Attia, Deepika Ranjit, Gamael Saint Surin, Sarah Lawler, Abigail Smith, Zulfiqar A. Bhutta
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-03-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
vitamin a
dextrose
probiotics
synbiotics
low- and middle-income countries
systematic review
neonate
nutrition
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/12/3/791

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