Adult Cardiovascular Health Risk and Cardiovascular Phenotypes of Prematurity

Survival for extremely low birth weight (ELBW) infants has improved dramatically over the past 20 years.[1] The nature of these advances is multifactorial and relates to increased appreciation of organ vulnerability, improved understanding of disease mechanisms, enhanced diagnostic precision, and improved therapeutic options. Unfortunately, the advances that underlie enhanced survival do not guarantee avoidance of neonatal morbidity or adverse long-term outcomes. In addition, life-saving treatments may have unintended negative effects on organ development and performance.
Source: The Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Tags: Medical Progress Source Type: research