Lactobezoar formation associated with high-density caloric formula.
Two cases of lactobezoar formation were seen in premature low-birth-weight infants in a 24 cal/oz formula fortified with medium-chain triglycerides and glucose polymers given by continuous nasogastric infusion. Medical management included cessation of oral feedings and increased hydration and led to a rapid dissolution of the problem. The use of this preparation in small low-birth-weight infants is not recommended as an initial formula, and it should only be used when oral feedings have been well tolerated in a growing premature infant.
D001630:Bezoars / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D005526:Food, Formulated / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D007225:Infant Food / Q000009:adverse effects*; D007230:Infant, Low Birth Weight; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007235:Infant, Premature, Diseases / Q000209:etiology*