Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8812904 | The Journal of Pediatrics | 2017 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Treatment of infants with hypoglycemia with dextrose gel or formula is associated with increased blood glucose concentration and breast feeding with reduced need for further treatment. Dextrose gel and breast feeding should be considered for first-line oral treatment of infants with hypoglycemia.
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Authors
Deborah L. PhD, Greg D. MSc, Philip J. MBChB, Jane E. DPhil,