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The road to sensory deprivation in the NICU is paved with good intentions: defining an optimal environment of care.

White RD, Browne JV, Inder T.J Perinatol. 2025 Jan;45(1):1-2. doi: 10.1038/s41372-024-02204-x. Epub 2024 Dec 19.PMID: 39702828 No abstract available.

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Supplemental Iron and Recombinant Erythropoietin for Anemia in Infants Born Very Preterm: A Survey of Clinical Practice in Europe.

Reibel-Georgi NJ, Scrivens A, Heeger LE, Lopriore E, New HV, Deschmann E, Stanworth SJ, Carrascosa MA, Brække K, Cardona F, Cools F, Farrugia R, Ghirardello S, Krivec JL, Matasova K, Muehlbacher T, Sankilampi U, Soares H, Szabó M, Szczapa T, Zaharie G, Roehr CC, Fustolo-Gunnink S, Dame C; Neonatal Transfusion Network.J Pediatr. 2025 Jan;276:114302. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2024.114302. Epub 2024 Sep 13.PMID: 39277077 Free article.
 

Enteral nutritional practices in extremely preterm infants: a survey of U.S. NICUs.

Romero-Lopez M, Naik M, Holzapfel LF, Tyson JE, Pedroza C, Ahmad KA, Rysavy MA, Carlo WA, Zhang Y, Tibe C, Salas AA.J Perinatol. 2024 Dec 9. doi: 10.1038/s41372-024-02198-6. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39653781 No abstract available.

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EBNEO commentary: Reducing the percentage of surviving infants with acute symptomatic seizures discharged on anti-seizure medication.

Barber D, Chang J.Acta Paediatr. 2025 Feb;114(2):456-457. doi: 10.1111/apa.17529. Epub 2024 Dec 4.PMID: 39630589 No abstract available.

Reducing the percentage of surviving infants with acute symptomatic seizures discharged on anti-seizure medication.

Nangle AM, He Z, Bhalla S, Bullock J, Carlson A, Dutt M, Hamrick S, Jones P, Piazza A, Vale A, Sewell EK.J Perinatol. 2024 Jul 23. doi: 10.1038/s41372-024-02044-9. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39043995

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Enteral nutritional practices in extremely preterm infants: a survey of U.S. NICUs.

Romero-Lopez M, Naik M, Holzapfel LF, Tyson JE, Pedroza C, Ahmad KA, Rysavy MA, Carlo WA, Zhang Y, Tibe C, Salas AA.J Perinatol. 2024 Dec 9. doi: 10.1038/s41372-024-02198-6. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39653781 No abstract available.

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Liberation from Respiratory Support in Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia.

Kielt MJ, Zaniletti I, Lagatta JM, Padula MA, Grover TR, Porta NFM, Wymore EM, Jensen EA, Leeman KT, Levin JC, Evans JR, Yallapragada S, Nelin LD, Vyas-Read S, Murthy K; Children’s Hospitals Neonatal Consortium Severe BPD Focus Group.J Pediatr. 2024 Nov 7:114390. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2024.114390. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39521174

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In this episode of the Incubator, Betsy Crouch and David McCulley interview Dr. Wendy Chung, a leader in clinical genetics and child health research. They discuss her journey into genomics, the challenges faced in her career as a physician scientist, the importance of early mentorship, and her research interests, particularly in congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). Dr. Chung shares insights on the complexities of genetic disorders and the need for innovative approaches in treatment and diagnosis. She discusses her experiences with newborn screening and the evolution of genetic screening for rare diseases, emphasizing the importance of advocacy for children's health research. The conversation highlights the impact of patient stories in research and concludes with personal insights into family activities and the importance of maintaining a balance between work and personal life.

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In this episode of The Incubator Podcast, renowned neonatologist and researcher Dr. Keith Barrington discusses his career, his influential blog (Neonatal Research), and his contributions to evidence-based neonatology. Dr. Barrington explains how his blog originated from sharing recent research insights with trainees and grew into a platform that educates professionals and promotes consistent, evidence-based practices in neonatology. He emphasizes the importance of critically evaluating new studies and their potential impact on clinical care.

The conversation also explores his personal journey as the father of a 24-week premature baby, Violette. This experience shaped his understanding of parental perspectives and the challenges families face in the NICU. He highlights the need for healthcare providers to align clinical decisions with what parents deem acceptable outcomes, emphasizing compassion and humility in predicting long-term results.

Dr. Barrington reflects on the future of neonatology, stressing the importance of reducing variations in care across centers and leveraging multi-center networks to optimize outcomes. He advocates for innovative research approaches, such as registry-based trials, to address challenges in studying rare neonatal conditions. Throughout the episode, his passion for improving neonatal care through science and empathy shines through.

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In this episode of the Global Neonatal Podcast, Dr. Msandeni Chiume-Kayuni shares her inspiring journey into pediatrics and neonatal health in Malawi. As the chief pediatrician for Malawi's Ministry of Health, she discusses the significant strides made in neonatal survival, the importance of data collection, and the role of partnerships in improving healthcare outcomes. Dr. Msandeni emphasizes the need for infrastructure and human resources in neonatal care and shares valuable insights on how clinicians can be the change they wish to see in their communities.

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Episode Webpage Link: https://www.the-incubator.org/post/270-championing-neonatal-health-in-malawi-a-pediatrician-s-inspiring-journey-ft-dr-msandeni

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In this engaging Journal Club episode, Ben and Daphna return to explore the latest research in neonatology. They begin with a pivotal clinical report from Pediatrics on updated algorithms for newborn screening of critical congenital heart disease (CCHD), highlighting simplified protocols and their significant impact on infant mortality. The discussion delves into screening challenges in the NICU, high-altitude settings, and for out-of-hospital births.

Next, they discuss the CordSafe study from Australia, a phase 1 trial on the safety of autologous cord blood-derived cell administration for extremely preterm infants, aimed at reducing brain injuries like IVH. Daphna explains the rigorous methodology and promising early findings.

Ben then reviews the STAT trial, which evaluates whether primary anastomosis offers better outcomes than stoma formation in NEC surgery. The results show significant reductions in TPN duration and intestinal complications with primary anastomosis.

The hosts also discuss trends in PDA management and their surprising association with increased rates of BPD over the past decade, along with insights into evolving diagnostic and therapeutic practices.

Finally, they analyze a Spanish study on elective extubation during skin-to-skin care, finding it to be a feasible and safe practice, potentially enhancing neonatal and parental outcomes.

Don’t miss next week’s exciting interview with Dr. Keith Barrington!

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Elective extubation during skin-to-skin care in preterm newborns is safe and well-tolerated.

Morey-Olivé M, Romaní-Franquesa N, Echeverría-Gallart M, Céspedes-Dominguez MC, Camba-Longueira F, Montaner-Ramon A.Acta Paediatr. 2024 Nov 12. doi: 10.1111/apa.17496. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39530316

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