The Evidence Informing Hypoglycaemia Treatment Thresholds in Asymptomatic, Term, Well Newborns: A Review of Literature and Critical Appraisal of Methodological Challenges

Key Points

• To review existing literature on treatment thresholds for hypoglycaemia in well, term, asymptomatic newborns.
• Reviewed high-quality research on hypoglycaemia treatment thresholds.
• Critically appraised methodological challenges in current studies.
• Evaluated the impact of treatment on breastfeeding and bonding.
• Found a lack of rigorous research to define safe treatment thresholds.
• Identified potential negative impacts of treatment on breastfeeding and bonding.
• Highlighted the necessity for future research to inform clinical practice.