A New Model for Non‐Lipid Compounded Neonatal Parenteral Nutrition Solution Osmolality

Abstract

Calculated osmolarity (mOsm/L) significantly underestimates the osmolality (mOsm/kg) in compounded PN. We developed a new algorithm to more accurately predict PN osmolality based upon calculated osmolarity from commercial software and composition of neonatal basic nutrient solutions used in North America. We propose that use of this PN algorithm will facilitate future studies to determine whether a causal association exists between PN osmolality and adverse events, and to establish safe thresholds for PN concentration in neonates.