AI-Powered Study to Identify Genetic Subtypes of BPD
The NIH-funded study aims to establish disease subtypes that would help predict longer-term cardiorespiratory outcomes early in the course of neonatal care.Â
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AI-Powered Study to Identify Genetic Subtypes of BPD
The NIH-funded study aims to establish disease subtypes that would help predict longer-term cardiorespiratory outcomes early in the course of neonatal care.Â
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Wisconsin Hospital Becomes First to Implement New Nitric Oxide Delivery System
The hospital is using the INOmax Evolve DS system, a nitric oxide delivery device used with mechanical ventilation for critically ill patients.
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Drug Candidate Enters Phase 3 Trial to Prevent BPD in Preterm Infants
The trial will assess the efficacy of the drug, which has been granted orphan drug designation, when added to the standard of care in preventing or reducing the severity of bronchopulmonary dysplasia.
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Mallinckrodt Expands Rollout of INOmax Evolve DS
Mallinckrodt has begun a national rollout of the INOmax Evolve DS delivery system, which is FDA-cleared to provide inhaled nitric oxide to certain neonatal ICU patients in order to improve oxygenation and reduce the need for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation.
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Preventing Respiratory Device-related Pressure Injuries in Critical Care Patients
Internal trauma to the lungs is not the only morbidity threat to critical care patients; these patients also face the potential of external injuries due to respiratory device-related pressure injury and pressure ulcers.Â
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Mercury Medical Recalls Neo-Tee Resuscitators Due to Risk of Ventilation LossÂ
Mercury Medical is recalling Neo-Tee Resuscitators due to a risk of the inline controller malfunctioning, potentially causing a loss of ventilation.
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Vape Residue May Harm Unborn Babies’ Immune Systems
Exposure to vape and e-cigarette residue on surfaces while pregnant could put unborn babies at risk of immune system damage, new research suggests.
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Pulse Oximetry and Patient Monitoring in the NICU / PICU
Ongoing patient monitoring by respiratory therapists and critical care staff is key to survival and outcomes in the neonatal/pediatric intensive care unit.
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AI Model Identifies Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia in Premature Infants
The model identified with 96% accuracy bronchopulmonary dysplasia in premature infants by analyzing their sleep breathing patterns.
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Simulab Releases New AirwayBaby Infant Airway Management Trainer
The training tool is designed to provide healthcare professionals with realistic practice on airway management for infants aged 0 to 6 months.
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Why Lung Development Stagnates in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
Dangerous malformation of the newborn lungs is associated with inflammatory processes involving the increased presence of immune cells.
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Blood Test Can Help Predict BPD in Preterm Babies
A new study shows that early changes in blood proteins can predict bronchopulmonary dysplasia in preterm infants, enabling timely diagnosis and targeted treatments.
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Products 2024: Bubble CPAP
An online exclusive look at the available bubble CPAP noninvasive respiratory support devices on the market from B&B Medical, Dräger Medical, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, and Respiralogics.
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Higher Oxygen Levels May Cut Death Risk for Extremely Premature Babies
High initial oxygen compared to low initial oxygen reduced the odds of mortality, challenging challenge current treatment recommendations.
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Extending CPAP Supports Lung Growth in Premature Infants
A new study demonstrates that extending CPAP therapy for premature infants who are doing well by two weeks enhances lung health.
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Skin Tape Test Predicts Food Allergies in Infants
National Jewish Health researchers developed a noninvasive skin tape sampling method to identify early predictors of food allergies in newborns.
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Synthetic Surfactant Developed to Mimic Animal-Derived Infasurf
Researchers have previously attempted to develop synthetic lung surfactants, but some have been removed from the market and others have not been able to lower surface tension as well as animal-derived formulations.
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Mouse Lungs Successfully Generated in Rats
A combination of CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing and blastocyst complementation was used to produce mouse lungs in rats for the first time.
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CDC: Nirsevimab 90% Effective Against RSV in Infants
CDC data show that nirsevimab was highly effective in protecting infants from hospitalizations associated with respiratory syncytial virus.Â
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$3M Grant Awarded to Develop New Therapies for Lung Diseases in Preemies
The NIH grant will support the development of new treatment methods for lung diseases in premature infants using gene and cell therapy.
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Pilot Project Analyzes Newborn Cries to Evaluate Lung Function
Automated, audio-based classification of the cry using artificial intelligence should help to further evaluate neonatal lung function, according to the researchers.Â
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Preventing Unplanned Extubations in the NICU/PICU
A study of critical care patients at a large children’s hospital finds unplanned extubations are common and linked to adverse events in nearly half of patients. Researchers identify the top risk factors, informing potential patient safety improvement practices.
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Why Premature Lungs Are Vulnerable to Ventilation Stress
Researchers have discovered some of the mechanisms that explain why premature lungs are especially sensitive to stress.Â
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NICU Resuscitation, Oxygen Therapy, and Aerosol Delivery
NICU clinicians reveal best practices and explore the latest advancements in delivering resuscitation, oxygen therapy and aerosol therapy to newborns.
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