Preterm Infants Given Probiotics Face Decreased Risk of Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Study Finds
A new study finds the use of probiotics in NICUs appears to be linked to a decrease in necrotizing enterocolitis risks.
Tag Archives: NICU
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Giving Human Milk Fortifier to Low Birth Weight Newborns Lowers NEC Risks: Study
Hospitals which have switched over to human milk-based formula in their NICU wards report lower infant NEC rates and large financial savings.
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Infants Surviving NEC Face Devastating and Permanent Injuries at Start of Life
Babies who undergo treatment for advanced NEC often face severe permanent injuries and complications.
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Necrotizing Enterocolitis and Respiratory Issues Among Top Premature Infant Mortality Causes: JAMA
A new study links gestational age with the odds of survival in premature infants, but also warns that certain ailments, such as respiratory failure and necrotizing enterocolitis, greatly decrease their…
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Preterm Infant Survival Significantly Increased in Recent Years
A new study finds that children born preterm have a better chance of survival now than in previous years, but still face an increased risk of rehospitalization and neurodevelopmental problems.
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Similac Lawsuit Filed After Newborn Suffered Fatal Case of Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC)
A wrongful death lawsuit claims the use of Similac led to the death of a premature infant by causing necrotizing enterocolitis.
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Infant Infections at Geisinger Medical Center NICU Linked to Hospital Equipment
Equipment and procedures used to prepare donor breast milk for infants at the Geisinger Medical Center neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) appears to be the cause of severe bacterial infections…
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Newborn Twins And Triplets Face Greater Risk Of Getting Of Wrong-Patient Medical Mistakes: Study
A new study warns that newborn twins, triplets and other multiple birth infants face a higher risk of medical mistakes due to confusion.
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DiaBeta, Micronase Side Effects Linked To Increased Risk of Pregnancy Complications: Study
The findings of a new study suggest that DiaBeta, Micronase, Glynase and other glyburide-based gestational diabetes drugs may increase the risk of newborns suffering birth injury and complications.
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Infant Pressure Sores Eliminated in NICU with Preventative Care
Nurses at Loyola were able to eliminate infant bedsores through the use of risk assessment tools and preventative aids.
