The characteristics of physical development in premature infants
https://doi.org/10.37489/2949-1924-0100
EDN: NAGCSR
Abstract
Premature babies have anatomical and physiological features, including immaturity of organs and systems, which makes them more vulnerable to various diseases. Such children are often born with low body weight and insufficient muscle mass, which can negatively affect their physical development. Nutrition of such patients plays a key role in their further development. Due to lack of muscle strength and coordination, they may show delayed motor development. Early intervention and physical therapy programs can significantly improve motor skills and overall physical development. Features of physical development of premature babies are considered, focusing on their anatomical and physiological characteristics, nutritional features, motor activity and common pathology such as bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
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About the Authors
T. A. Karginova
St. Petersburg State Pediatric Medical University
Russian Federation
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Russian Federation
Tamara A. Karginova, clinical resident
Department of Propaedeutics of Childhood Diseases with
a course of general childcare
St. Petersburg
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Authors declare no conflict of interest requiring disclosure in this article
A. Yu. Trapeznikova
St. Petersburg State Pediatric Medical University
Russian Federation
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Russian Federation
Anna Yu. Trapeznikova, Cand. Sci. (Med.), Associate Professor
Department of Propaedeutics of Childhood Diseases with a course of general childcare
St. Petersburg
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Karginova T.A., Trapeznikova A.Yu. The characteristics of physical development in premature infants. Patient-Oriented Medicine and Pharmacy. 2025;3(3):34-39. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.37489/2949-1924-0100. EDN: NAGCSR
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