Preemies receive sucrose for pain relief—new research shows it doesn't stop long-term impacts on development
Medical Xpress
JUNE 8, 2025
As is the case internationally, sucrose is used widely in New Zealand, but there is considerable variation in protocols of use across hospitals. However, we do not guarantee individual replies due to the high volume of messages. No national guidelines for best practice exist. Whats more, pain isnt always managed.
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