Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
Preterm infants often have feeding difficulties due to functional immaturity of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Feeding intolerance (FI) is defined as the general incidence of high gastric residual volume (GRV), vomiting and abdominal distension. High GRV can be related to the increase in the incidence of other GI complications such as necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). To Evaluate the Effectiveness of Abdominal Massage on improving feeding tolerance in preterm infants, specifically by reducing symptoms like vomiting, abdominal distension and delayed gastric emptying. The present study was a Cross sectional study. This Study was conducted for 1 year. Total 50 patients were included in this study. In Massage group, the mean Gestational age (week) (mean±s.d.) of patients was 29.42±3.13. In Control group, the mean Gestational age (week) (mean±s.d.) of patients was 28.23±1.48. Distribution of mean Gestational age (week) with group was statistically significant (p=0.001). In Massage group, the mean Birth weight (g) (mean±s.d.) of patients was 1218.57±226.91. In Control group, the mean Birth weight (g) (mean±s.d.) of patients was 1172.69±194.51. Distribution of mean Birth weight (g) with group was statistically significant (p=0.001). In conclusion, abdominal massage has shown promising effects in preventing feeding intolerance in preterm infants. The technique helps enhance gastrointestinal motility, reduces discomfort and improves digestion, leading to better feeding tolerance and overall health outcomes. By promoting the efficient functioning of the digestive system, abdominal massage offers a simple, non‐invasive intervention that can significantly support the nutritional needs of preterm infants. Further research is necessary to standardize protocols and explore long‐term benefits, but the current evidence suggests abdominal massage as a valuable practice in neonatal care.
How to cite this article:
Sumit Agrawal and Ritesh Kumar Singh. Effect of Abdomen Massage For Prevention of Feeding Intolerance in Preterm Infants.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2018.6.93.97
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.36478/makrjms.2018.6.93.97