Vietnam National Survey on Parenteral Nutrition Practice in Preterm Neonates: Status, Barriers, and Implications

Abstract

Background Due to high risks of feeding intolerance, preterm infants often receive parenteral nutrition (PN) to ensure sufficient nutrition and energy intake. However, there is a lack of data on the status of clinical PN practice and barriers among neonatal care units in low to middle-income countries like Vietnam. This extensive survey explores the status and barriers of PN practice for preterm infants in neonatal units across Vietnam and identifies the practical implications of enhancing nutritional outcomes in preterm infants.