Managing risks in preterm infants in the face of Human Milk Fortifier (HMF) product recall crisis
Care Process & Redesign
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress
SingHealth
31 December 2022
Mitigate the HMF product recall crisis and manage risks in preterm infants effectively. The project balanced the risks of introducing formula against malnutrition, demonstrating effective crisis management.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Value Based Care, Risk Management, Preventive Approach
About this Content
Aims
Mitigate the HMF product recall crisis and manage risks in preterm infants effectively.
Background
A recall of HMF due to contamination disrupted nutritional practices for preterm infants globally.
Methods
Developed an interim workflow for fortification, selected risk management strategies, and increased monitoring.
Results
Improved nutritional outcomes without adverse effects like NEC or electrolyte imbalances in preterm infants.
Conclusion
The project balanced the risks of introducing formula against malnutrition, demonstrating effective crisis management.
Lessons Learnt
Strengthened multidisciplinary collaboration and risk management strategies to ensure patient safety.
Additional Information
3rd Prize in Risk Management category at Singapore Healthcare Management Congress 2022.
Keywords
Risk Management, Preterm Nutrition, Human Milk Fortification
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | KK Women and Children Hospital |
Platform(s) | Singapore Healthcare Management Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Neonatology |
Project Lead(s) | Kellie Kong Qi Yuen |
Project Member(s) | Han Wee Meng |
Connect with this contributor!
Kellie Kong Qi Yuen - singaporehealthcaremanagement@singhealth.com.sg
Project Attachment
C_757_KKH_SHM_2022_Managing_risks_in_preterm_infants_in_the_face_of_HMF.pdf