Neonatology
Better Care for Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Malformations
Key advances include feeding guidelines, simplifying communication with parents.
Single-dose Indomethacin for PDA Prophylaxis
Study supports a single dose for certain preterm infants.
Expanding Understanding of Heritable PAH
T-box gene mutation may be key to syndromic nature of the disease.
SMOFlipid for Parenteral Nutrition
New lipid emulsion may prevent liver injury in neonates, infants.
Smartphone Device Aims to Globalize Jaundice Screening
Custom case and app can detect bilirubinemia without hospital machinery.
Costs of Unplanned Extubation
NICU patients experience worse outcomes, longer hospital stays.
A Disconnect in Parents’ Opioid Concerns
Awareness lags about dangers in the home, even during COVID-19.
More Testing Needed for Infants Exposed to Hepatitis C
Research shows testing in one state falls drastically below guidelines.
Molecular Pathways to Lung Damage in Premature Infants
New understanding of how hyperoxia develops may lead to targeted therapies.