Aggressive Phototherapy Can Improve Neurodevelopmental Outcomes In Some Preemies Oct 31, 2008
Morris et al. Aggressive Versus Conservative Phototherapy for Infants with Extremely Low Birth Weight ... 19, 2004) Extremely low birth weight infants the tiniest category of premature infants are much more likely to experience developmental impairments if they acquire an infection during the newborn. (Science Daily)
Two Preemie Treatments May Not Help Oct 31, 2008
In premature babies, bilirubin levels may be elevated, and the current study sought to evaluate whether aggressive phototherapy -- meaning a stronger use of light -- would improve neurodevelopmental or illness outcomes in extremely low birth weight infants. The study included almost 2,000 babies between 12 hours and 36 hours old. (MEDLINEplus)
Aggressive vs. Conservative Phototherapy for Infants with Extremely Low Birth Weight Oct 30, 2008
Background It is unclear whether aggressive phototherapy to prevent neurotoxic effects of bilirubin benefits or harms infants with extremely low birth weight (1000 g or less). Methods We randomly assigned 1974 infants with extremely low birth weight at 12 to 36 hours of age to undergo either aggressive or conservative phototherapy. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Post-term Pregnancies Risk Infant's Life And Health, Study Shows Oct 10, 2008
20, 2008) Based on observations of more than 4,000 infants, researchers have identified several factors that influence an extremely low birth weight infant's chances for survival and disability. The findings. (Science Daily)
Outlook Poor for Babies Needing Brain Drainage May 29, 2008
Extremely low birth weight infants with severe brain hemorrhage may develop hydrocephalus, or "water on the brain," which can lead to enlargement of the head and other problems. If it persists, a tube is inserted to drain the fluid from the brain into the abdominal cavity. (MEDLINEplus)
Factors That Influence Premature Infant Survival, Disability Identified Apr 21, 2008
20, 2008) Based on observations of more than 4,000 infants, researchers in an NIH newborn research network have identified several factors that influence an extremely low birth weight infant's chances for survival and disability ... Every day, physicians and new parents must struggle with the type of care to provide to extremely low birth weight infants, the smallest, most frail category of preterm infants ... The study authors referred to the issue of providing intensive care for extremely low... (Science Daily)
Management of Very Low Birth Weight Apr 17, 2008
NEJM -- Management and Outcomes of Very Low Birth Weight. Please for full text and personal services. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Low Maternal Education Linked To Intellectual Disabilities In Offspring Mar 7, 2008
Extremely low birth weight infants (<1000 grams or 2. 2 lbs) were 9. (Science Daily)
Advances can't guarantee happy endings for tiniest babies Jul 9, 2007
They fell well below the cutoff for "extremely low birth weight, " defined as less than 1,000 grams, or 2 pounds, 3 ounces. There isn't a medical term for the lowest of the low, those born under 1 pound, but some news stories call them "micro-preemies.". (USA Today -- News)
Breaking Multi-Center Study: Masimo SET Pulse Oximetry Technology Shown to Significantly Lower Instances of Severe Retinopathy of Prematurity in Extremely Low Birth Weight Infants May 31, 2007
May 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Masimo, the inventor of Pulse CO-Oximetry and Read-Through Motion and Low Perfusion pulse oximetry, reported that a new independent study presented at the Pediatric Academic Societies' (PAS) Annual Meeting in Toronto, Canada earlier this month showed that switching to Masimo SET pulse oximetry technology can reduce the risk of extremely low birth weight (ELBW) infants developing retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) by 40. (1) One of the most common causes of visual impairment... (PR Newswire)
Prematurity and the Legacy of Intrauterine Stress May 17, 2007
This progress in neonatology,1 including the advent and evolution of neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) and procedures that save premature infants, has led to markedly improved survival both for infants with very low birth weight (<1500 g) and for those with extremely low birth weight (<1000 g). What happens to these babies when they grow up. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Achuthanandan visits SAT Hospital May 9, 2007
He said as per the information provided by the hospital authorities, most of the children who died were pre-term babies of extremely low birth weight. However, the Government would inquire if there had been any negligence on the part of the doctors which could have led to the death of the infants, he said. (Hindu)
