Objective This study analyzed longitudinal trajectories of soluble Flt1 (sFlt1) levels, placenta growth factor (PlGF) levels, and sFlt1:PlGF ratios in a cohort of pregnant patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Methods Blood samples were collected (14–18, 24–26, 30–32, 34–36, and 38–40 weeks), stored at −80°C, and evaluated for serum levels ...
Nilson R. de Jesús+7 more
wiley +1 more source
Car Seat Challenge Test in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Background: In Portugal, there is a Guideline of the Directorate General of Health that requires that newborns with hospital discharge should be transported home in a proper and safe restraint system, aligned with AAP policy statements.
Ana Brás+5 more
doaj +1 more source
Neonatal mortality within 24 hours of birth in six low- and lower-middle-income countries [PDF]
OBJECTIVE: To assess the rates, timing and causes of neonatal deaths and the burden of stillbirths in rural Uttar Pradesh, India. We discuss the implications of our findings for neonatal interventions.
Baqui, Abdullah H.+12 more
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Neonatal Morbidities of Fetal Growth Restriction: Pathophysiology and Impact
Being born small lays the foundation for short-term and long-term implications for life. Intrauterine or fetal growth restriction describes the pregnancy complication of pathological reduced fetal growth, leading to significant perinatal mortality and ...
A. Malhotra+5 more
semanticscholar +1 more source
Objective Autoimmune rheumatic diseases commonly affect individuals of childbearing age, with historically increased adverse pregnancy outcomes in this group. The advent of disease‐modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) has fostered more suitable conditions for pregnancy; however, this is accompanied by challenges in ensuring safe use in reproductive ...
Athena Chin+4 more
wiley +1 more source
The molecular characterisation of Escherichia coli K1 isolated from neonatal nasogastric feeding tubes [PDF]
Background: The most common cause of Gram-negative bacterial neonatal meningitis is E. coli K1. It has a mortality rate of 10–15%, and neurological sequelae in 30– 50% of cases.
A Mora+55 more
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Dysbiosis of maternal and neonatal microbiota associated with gestational diabetes mellitus
Objective The initial colonisation of the human microbiota and the impact of maternal health on neonatal microbiota at birth remain largely unknown.
Jinfeng Wang+12 more
semanticscholar +1 more source
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Modulates Th17/Treg Balance via JAK/STAT Pathway in ARDS Rats
Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) alleviates lung and intestinal injury in lipopolysaccharide (LPS)‐induced acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) in rats. This study demonstrates that FMT restores the balance between Th17 and Treg cells, inhibits the JAK/STAT pathway, and modulates cytokine levels, reducing inflammation and lung damage. These
Dongwei Zhang+8 more
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Explaining the Religious Strategies of Parents and Nurses of Infants Admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Qualitative Study [PDF]
Background and Objectives: Paying attention to religious beliefs is not a new approach but has attracted the attention of various scientists for many years, both to analyze the reasons for turning to religion and in the direction and manner of its impact
Marjan Mardani+4 more
doaj
Orotracheal intubation in infants performed with a stylet versus without a stylet [PDF]
Background: Neonatal endotracheal intubation is a common and potentially life-saving intervention. It is a mandatory skill for neonatal trainees, but one that is difficult to master and maintain.
Davis, Peter G.+7 more
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