Factors Influencing Breastfeeding Outcomes Following Neonatal Hypoxic Ischaemic Encephalopathy: A Mixed Methods Systematic Review

Key Points

• To explore the factors that impact breastfeeding and lactation outcomes after neonatal hypoxic ischaemic encephalopathy.
• Conducted a mixed methods systematic review
• Reviewed existing literature on breastfeeding outcomes post-HIE
• Identified gaps in research regarding lactation support
• Found insufficient data on breastfeeding outcomes after HIE
• Highlighted urgent need for targeted breastfeeding-specific research
• Indicated potential areas for developing interventions for affected families