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Finding
Finding
mixed
Only 32% of ELBW infants with gastrostomy tubes were taking full oral feeds at 18-22 month follow-up. Infants with neurodevelopmental impairment and chronic breathing problems were less likely to have transitioned to full oral feeds.
| Effect size | 32% (108/333) |
| Follow-up | 18-22 months |
| Comparator | GT infants still requiring tube feeding at follow-up (68%, 225/333) |
| Effect summary | mixed; 32% (108/333) |
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Source
PMC6815700
Gastrostomy Tube Feeding in Extremely Low Birthweight Infants: Frequency, Associated Comorbidities, and Long-term Outcomes