Guideline review: Sudden and unexpected postnatal collapse - BAPM framework

Background Sudden unexpected postnatal collapse (SUPC) is a rare but devastating occurrence in seemingly well babies after birth. The exact incidence and indeed definition (Box 1) of SUPC varies widely, but is estimated to occur in 2.6–19 per 100 000 live births in the UK. Approximately one-third to one half of babies will die following SUPC. Post-asphyxial encephalopathy may occur in up to three quarters of those babies who do not have an underlying cause identified despite extensive investigation. Box 1Definition of SUPC as defined in the BAPM Framework1 Baby born at ≥35/40 gestation. Well at birth with a 5 min Apgar score of ≥7. Collapses suddenly within 7 days of birth from delivery (defined as being discovered in a state of cardiorespiratory compromise needing resuscitation with IPPV). Either dies or goes onto require intensive care (with or without encephalopathy). ...
Source: Archives of Disease in Childhood - Education and Practice - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Tags: Guideline review Source Type: research