Standardised neonatal parenteral nutrition formulations: Neonatal parenteral nutrition

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Parenteral nutrition (PN) can be delivered using formulations that are wholly or partly made up to meet the needs of each individual. Standardised parenteral nutrition (SPN) refers to approaches in which the PN solutions are manufactured according to a pre-specified standard formulation. Both techniques have been employed for PN.

In the past, individualised (also referred to as bespoke) PN regimens (IPN) were considered to be the best way to provide for the complex individual needs of the PN-dependent baby. Such needs might also be met using SPN and with possible practical and safety advantages. There is a need to compare outcomes in babies receiving IPN and babies receiving SPN regimens. The aim of this review is to compare the effectiveness of standardised bags versus individualised bags in neonatal PN.