Neonatal Morbidities among Moderately Preterm Infants with and without Exposure to Antenatal Corticosteroids.

abstract：:Type 1 cystic sacrococcygeal teratomas, usually associated with good outcome following neonatal resection, must be differentiated at the time of prenatal diagnosis from sonographically similar meningomyeloceles, which carry a grave prognosis. We present an unusual case in which color Doppler imaging assisted correct m...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Sherer DM,Fromberg RA,Rindfusz DW,Harris BH,Sanz LE

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Exposure to immunosuppressant agents during gestation can affect the fetal immune system. The aim of this study was to evaluate the immune function of infants whose mothers were administered immunosuppressants during pregnancy for the treatment of autoimmune disorders. Circulating lymphocyte subsets and in vitro immun...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Motta M,Ciardelli L,Marconi M,Tincani A,Gasparoni A,Lojacono A,Chirico G

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A prospective study of 377 premature infants (less than or equal to 1500 gm) was undertaken to delineate the natural history of subependymal/intraventricular hemorrhage (S/IVH) and its complications using ultrasound (US) and computed tomography (CT). Low grade (I, II) S/IVH had a low mortality while higher grades (III...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Enzmann D,Murphy-Irwin K,Stevenson D,Ariagno R,Barton J,Sunshine P

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE: Sepsis is a major cause of neonatal mortality. The gold standard for diagnosis is blood culture which suffers from low sensitivity and huge turn-around time. Flow cytometry has been extensively applied to malignant disorders and is an upcoming tool for diagnosis of nonmalignant disorders due to its rapidity ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Goswami S,Gupta R,Ramji S

更新日期：2020-09-29 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to assess the applicability of the insertion of small diameter catheters through the femoral vein in extremely low-birth-weight (ELBW) infants. STUDY DESIGN:All femoral small diameter catheters (Silastic or femoral arterial catheter [FAC]) inserted in ELBW infants in a tertiary level neonata...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Bergón-Sendín E,Soriano-Ramos M,Méndez-Marín MD,De Miguel-Moya M,Fontiveros-Escalona D,Diezma-Godino M,Pallás-Alonso CR,Moral-Pumarega MT

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neonatal presentation of vein of Galen aneurysmal malformations (VGAMs) complicated by cardiac failure and pulmonary hypertension is frequently associated with a poor prognosis. Interventional neuroradiology with embolization can offer a chance for survival, although neurological damage can represent a limit...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： De Rosa G,De Carolis MP,Tempera A,Pedicelli A,Rollo M,Morena TC,Luca E,De Luca D,Conti G,Piastra M

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of triplet pregnancies has increased several times due to the widespread use of ovulation induction agents. Premature delivery is the main complication of triplet gestations. In twin conceptions it was shown definitely that elective cervical suture does not prolong these pregnancies. However, in higher o...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Mordel N,Zajicek G,Benshushan A,Schenker JG,Laufer N,Sadovsky E

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We sought to describe a case series and literature review of uterine rupture in the absence of a previous cesarean delivery. In addition to four cases in our institution, a search of the literature from 1994 to 2008 identified cases of uterine rupture unrelated to a prior cesarean. Uterine rupture in the absence of a ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Dow M,Wax JR,Pinette MG,Blackstone J,Cartin A

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe the neuropathologic procedure utilized in the Stillbirth Collaborative Research Network (SCRN), focusing on the examination of central nervous system (CNS) in stillbirth (SB). The SCRN was organized to perform a case-control study to determine the scope and causes of SB. Pathologists at all the participati...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Pinar H,Koch MA,Hawkins H,Heim-Hall J,Shehata B,Thorsten VR,Chin S,Willinger M,dela Monte S

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to determine if delayed cord clamping (DCC) affected brain myelin water volume fraction (VFm) and neurodevelopment in term infants. STUDY DESIGN: This was a single-blinded randomized controlled trial of healthy pregnant women with term singleton fetuses randomized at birth to either immedia...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Mercer JS,Erickson-Owens DA,Deoni SCL,Dean Iii DC,Tucker R,Parker AB,Joelson S,Mercer EN,Collins J,Padbury JF

更新日期：2020-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE: This study was aimed to describe continuous labor curves, including second stage, based on fetal head station. STUDY DESIGN: We performed a prospective multicenter cohort study. The inclusion criteria were women with singleton uncomplicated cephalic term pregnancies in labor, who delivered vaginally. We use...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Haberman S,Atallah F,Nizard J,Buhule O,Albert P,Gonen R,Ville Y,Paltieli Y

更新日期：2020-03-02 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study assessed the impact of a nurse simulation training program on perception of kangaroo mother care (KMC) value and transfer skill competency. STUDY DESIGN:An 8-item Likert scale skill survey tool and a 24-item Likert developmental care survey tool were used in a prospective cohort study to analyze p...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Hendricks-Munoz KD,Mayers RM

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is increasing concern about Chlamydia trachomatis infection during pregnancy, because of reports of increased maternal, fetal, and neonatal risks. Amniotic fluid is known to possess antibacterial activity and has recently been shown to inhibit formation of chlamydial inclusions in McCoy cell culture. To further ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Ismail MA,Salti GI,Block BS,Moawad AH

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Neonatal biomarkers of inflammation were examined in relation to early neurodevelopment and gait in very-low-birth-weight (VLBW) preterm children. We hypothesized that preterm infants exposed to higher levels of neonatal inflammation would demonstrate lower scores on Bayley Scales of Infant Toddler Developmen...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Rose J,Vassar R,Cahill-Rowley K,Hintz SR,Stevenson DK

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Prediction of gestational latency after placement of physical exam indicated cerclage (PEIC) is limited. Uterocervical angle (UCA) has been associated with spontaneous preterm delivery in the general population. Our objective was to examine whether UCA is associated with gestational latency in women with PEIC...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Swanson K,Grobman WA,Miller ES

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Securing an arterial line to monitor continuous blood pressure (BP) is difficult in infants. We aimed to reveal the extent of discrepancies between oscillometric and direct BP. STUDY DESIGN:Infants who required continuous BP monitoring were prospectively enrolled. Direct and indirect BP were simultaneously r...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Shimokaze T,Akaba K,Saito E

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE: Potentially avoidable maternity complications (PAMCs) have been validated as an indicator of access to quality prenatal care. African-American mothers have exhibited a higher incidence of PAMCs, which has been attributed to unequal health coverage. The objective of this study was to assess if racial disparit...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Ranjit A,Andriotti T,Madsen C,Koehlmoos T,Staat B,Witkop C,Little SE,Robinson J

更新日期：2020-01-27 00:00:00

abstract：:Limited research in young adults and immature animals suggests a detrimental effect of tobacco on bone during growth. We aimed to determine the adverse effects of maternal nicotine exposure during pregnancy and lactation on neonatal rat bone development, and to determine a protective effect of ascorbic acid. Gravid ra...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Koklu E,Gunes T,Gunes I,Canoz O,Kurtoglu S,Duygulu F,Erez R

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome (HPS) is a multisystem, autosomal-recessive disorder characterized by oculocutaneous albinism, platelet storage pool deficiency resulting in prolonged bleeding, and ceroid lipofuscin deposition. Affected individuals may suffer from blindness, pulmonary fibrosis, colitis, and bleeding diathesi...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Spencer J,Rosengren S

更新日期：2009-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Although neurodevelopmental outcomes related to the management of patent ductus arteriosus with intravenous indomethacin and ibuprofen are known, little data on the long-term effects of oral ibuprofen can be found in the literature. METHOD:A follow-up study of 99 infants with birth weight ≤ 1,500 g and gesta...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Eras Z,Gokmen T,Erdeve O,Ozyurt BM,Saridas B,Dilmen U

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute kidney injury (AKI) refers to the rapid loss of renal function. In clinical practice, AKI is common among hospitalized patients of all age groups including neonates and remains an important cause of morbidity and mortality due to its late diagnosis and therefore delayed therapeutic intervention. Although the pre...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Argyri I,Xanthos T,Varsami M,Aroni F,Papalois A,Dontas I,Fanos V,Iacovidou N

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to describe the experience with a protocol of therapeutic hypothermia (TH) in southern Brazil. STUDY DESIGN:Newborns with gestational age > 35 weeks with evidence of perinatal asphyxia plus moderate or severe encephalopathy were recruited between March 2011 and November 2017. Whole-body hypo...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Procianoy RS,Corso AL,Schoenardie BO,de Oliveira GPF,Longo MG,Silveira RC

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Percutaneously placed central venous lines have become an intricate part of the medical management of the very low birth weight infant. It is critically important that health care providers involved with the placement of these catheters be familiar with the possible subtle sites for catheter misplacement. We present t...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Lussky RC,Trower N,Fisher D,Engel R,Cifuentes R

更新日期：1997-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteomyelitis is rarely complicated by an infected cephalohematoma. We report a case of an infected cephalohematoma associated with Escherichia coli sepsis and osteomyelitis of the skull. This 37-day-old boy had E. coli sepsis, which had a poor response to antibiotic treatment. An infected cephalohematoma was found wh...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Kao HC,Huang YC,Lin TY

更新日期：1999-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the effect of increasing maternal obesity, including superobesity (body mass index [BMI] ≥ 50 kg/m2), on perinatal outcomes in women with diabetes. STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective cohort study of birth records for all live-born nonanomalous singleton infants ≥ 37 weeks' gestation born to Missouri res...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Marshall NE,Guild C,Cheng YW,Caughey AB,Halloran DR

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study is to identify clinical, etiologic, and laboratory factors that potentiate adverse outcome of hyperbilirubinemia among term and late preterm neonates in logistic regression analysis. A retrospective cohort of infants with total serum bilirubin (TSB) ≥ 20 mg/dL from 1995 to 2007 was surveyed. Eigh...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Weng YH,Chiu YW,Cheng SW,Hsieh MY

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The main purpose of this article is to assess trends in cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection reported among infants in California neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) during 2005 to 2016. STUDY DESIGN:The California Perinatal Quality Care Collaborative collects data on all very low birth weight (VLBW, birth weight ≤ 1...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Tran C,Bennett MV,Gould JB,Lee HC,Lanzieri TM

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To compare obstetric and neonatal outcomes between human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) positive (HIV+) and HIV negative (HIV-) women and to determine if racial disparities exist among pregnancies complicated by HIV infection. STUDY DESIGN:This was a retrospective analysis of data from the Consortium of Safe L...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Parikh L,Timofeev J,Singh J,Sullivan S,Huang CC,Landy HJ,Driggers RW

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To study a possible relation between the use of postnatal glucocorticoids and the incidence and severity of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), we conducted a retrospective study over a 4-year period that compared data of 161 preterm infants treated with hydrocortisone for bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) with the data ...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Termote J,Schalij-Delfos NE,Donders AR,Cats BP

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surfactants have been routinely used since 1990 for the treatment of respiratory distress syndrome (RDS). The use of surfactant has coincided with a decrease in mortality in infants due to RDS. This review focuses on clinical aspects of surfactant use. New information, particularly effects of ventilatory styles on sur...

journal_title：American journal of perinatology

authors： Kallapur S,Ikegami M

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00