Neonatal Gastroenterology: Challenges, Controversies, and Recent Advances

Neonatal research has clearly shown that diagnostic precision and rational management of neonatal feeding and gastroenterologic issues improve long-term growth and development of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) survivors. The application of technological advances has and will continue to improve survival rates among neonates, albeit with the consequences of prolonged hospitalization, chronic morbidities, parental stress, and increased health care burden. A major determinant of long-term morbidity and function in infants is their aerodigestive quality of life, which defines the overall quality of life not only in these infants but also in their parents.
Source: Clinics in Perinatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Tags: Preface Source Type: research