Hypoglycemia on admission, associated factors, and early outcome among neonates admitted to the neonatal unit at Muhimbili National Hospital
Neonatal hypoglycemia was highly prevalent, particularly among preterm and those born to diabetic mothers. Standardized protocols that include routine screening, early and frequent feeding, and structured follow up are urgently needed to reduce morbidity and mortality.
Authors
- Zainab Aboubakary Mlawa
- Karim P. Manji
Institutions
- Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (TZ)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Pediatrics
- Published
- 2026-01-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-026-06519-w
- Primary Topic
- Hyperglycemia and glycemic control in critically ill and hospitalized patients
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00