Analysis shows altered body composition with lower fat-free mass in moderate and late preterm infants, indicating cautious feeding practices may be needed.
MLPTI have higher fat mass percentages at 2 years CA compared to the literature on term-born infants, while FMI was within range, and fat-free mass index (FFMI) was relatively low. This suggests an altered body composition with reduced fat-free mass instead of excess fat accumulation. This highlights the need for more research on body composition, feeding practices, and cautious weight gain in MLPTI.
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