Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2026-03-26 @ 3:20 PM
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2026-03-26 @ 3:20 PM
NCT ID:
NCT07399405
Brief Summary:
The purpose of this study is to thoroughly evaluate nutrient disparities between preterm and term human milk.
Detailed Description:
Preterm birth (gestational age of less than 37 weeks) is a major global health issue, associated with a high burden of mortality and long-term morbidity. Achieving optimal nutrition is critical for improving outcomes in this vulnerable population. However, the specific nutritional requirements for supporting postnatal growth akin to intrauterine rates are exceptionally high. While human milk is the recommended foundation of nutrition, its unfortified use may not meet these demands, and common alternatives like preterm formula present a balance of potential benefits and risks. Crucially, formulating effective nutritional strategies hinges on a precise understanding of the composition of preterm human milk itself. Existing evidence on this composition, especially regarding micronutrients and their influencing factors, is inconsistent and incomplete. Prior reviews have largely focused on macronutrients, leaving a gap in the synthesized evidence regarding micronutrient levels and their key determinants. Therefore, we performed this systematic review and meta-analysis to quantitatively compare the nutrient profile of preterm and term human milk and to evaluate the influence of factors such as lactation stage on these differences.
Study:
NCT07399405
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT07399405