Relacionar la alimentación precoz con fórmula maternizada en neonatos asistidos en el área de pediatría en el Hospital General Monte Sinaí durante el período 2022-2024.

Abstract

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is one of the most severe gastrointestinal emergencies in the neonatal stage, characterized by inflammation and necrosis of the intestinal mucosa, which can lead to perforation, sepsis and even death. Infants exclusively formula-fed have been found to be at a higher risk of developing NEC compared with those breastfed. Since breast milk contains natural immunological, anti-inflammatory and prebiotic factors that promote intestinal maturation, colonization by beneficial microbiota and modulation of the immune response, while formula milk lacks many of these protective elements. The present study aims to relate early feeding with maternal formula in assisted neonates with the diagnosis of necrotizing enterocolitis in the pediatric area of the Monte Sinai General Hospital during the period 2022- 2024, evaluating its impact on clinical evolution, incidence of gastrointestinal complications, weight gain, and length of hospitalization. The research is based on a quantitative, descriptive and correlational approach, using clinical data obtained from medical records and feeding records. Preliminary results suggest a possible association between early use of maternal formulas and certain alterations in neonatal digestive adaptation, which highlights the need to promote feeding strategies more aligned with breastfeeding, whenever possible. This research aims to provide evidence to improve neonatal nutrition protocols and optimize pediatric care in hospital settings.