Article
Pediatrics
David C. Fineman, Roberta L. Keller, Emin Maltepe, Paolo F. Rinaudo, Martina A. Steurer
Summary: The study found that mortality rates within the first year were similar between very preterm infants conceived via assisted reproductive technology (ART) and spontaneously conceived infants. Infants conceived via ART required less respiratory support and supplemental oxygen in the early stages compared to spontaneously conceived infants.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Vito Giordano, Philipp Deindl, Elisabeth Gal, Lukas Unterasinger, Renate Fuiko, Philipp Steinbauer, Manfred Weninger, Angelika Berger, Monika Olischar
Summary: This study aimed to examine the impact of pain on neurodevelopmental outcomes in infants born preterm. Retrospective data analysis was conducted on preterm infants with a gestational age between 23 and 32 weeks, who were assessed using pain scales and examined at 1 year of age. The results showed significant differences in mental and motor development between the group with pain and the group without. Proper pain management is crucial to reduce the risk of poor neurodevelopmental outcomes in these vulnerable patients.
DEVELOPMENTAL MEDICINE AND CHILD NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Juliette Deschamps, Mohamed Boucekine, Laurence Fayol, Jean Christophe Dubus, Steve Nauleau, Patricia Garcia, Farid Boubred
Summary: The impact of neighborhood conditions on respiratory-related hospital admissions in infants born very preterm with BPD was investigated in this study. It was found that infants living in disadvantaged areas had a significantly higher rate of respiratory-related hospitalization compared to those living in affluent areas, even after adjusting for perinatal characteristics, home oxygen therapy, and season of birth. Further research on underlying mechanisms is needed to implement preventive strategies in routine care for preterm infants in disadvantaged neighborhoods.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Dustin D. Flannery, Erika M. Edwards, Sarah A. Coggins, Jeffrey D. Horbar, Karen M. Puopolo
Summary: This study examines the epidemiology, microbiology, and outcomes of late-onset sepsis among very preterm infants in the United States. The findings reveal a significant proportion of infants suffering from late-onset sepsis, particularly those born at the lowest gestational ages. Infected infants have higher mortality rates and survivors are at increased risk of technology-dependent chronic morbidities.
Article
Pediatrics
Dustin D. Flannery, Erika M. Edwards, Karen M. Puopolo, Jeffrey D. Horbar
Summary: This study investigated the epidemiology and microbiology of early-onset sepsis (EOS) among very preterm infants from 2018 to 2019. The findings revealed an incidence rate of 13.5 per 1000 very preterm births, with Escherichia coli and group B Streptococcus being the most common pathogens. Infected infants had longer hospital stays and lower survival rates, emphasizing the need for novel preventive strategies.
Article
Pediatrics
Marie Camerota, Elisabeth C. McGowan, Brian S. Carter, Jennifer Check, Lynne M. Dansereau, Sheri A. DellaGrotta, Jennifer B. Helderman, Julie A. Hofheimer, Charles R. Neal, T. Michael O'Shea, Steven L. Pastyrnak, Lynne M. Smith, Barry M. Lester
Summary: This study found that prenatal risk phenotypes are associated with neurobehavioral impairment in children born very preterm. Infants born to mothers in the psychological risk group had increased risk of dysregulated neurobehavior at discharge and motor delay and externalizing problems at 24 months. Infants born to mothers in the physical risk group had increased risk of motor delay at 24 months.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Thiviya Selvanathan, Pearl Zaki, Mia A. McLean, Stephanie H. Au-Young, Cecil M. Y. Chau, Vann Chau, Anne R. Synnes, Linh G. Ly, Edmond Kelly, Ruth E. Grunau, Steven P. Miller
Summary: We assessed variability of analgesic use across three tertiary neonatal intensive care units accounting for early-life pain, and determined whether analgesia exposure modifies associations between early-life pain and neurodevelopment.
PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Giacomo S. Amelio, Livia Provitera, Genny Raffaeli, Ilaria Amodeo, Silvia Gulden, Valeria Cortesi, Francesca Manzoni, Nicola Pesenti, Matteo Tripodi, Valentina Pravata, Caterina Lonati, Gaia Cervellini, Fabio Mosca, Giacomo Cavallaro
Summary: This study investigates the perinatal endothelial phenotype in very preterm infants and its predictive value on neonatal mortality and hemodynamic and respiratory complications. The results suggest that very preterm infants have a proinflammatory endothelial phenotype, possibly resulting from a combination of pathological prenatal inheritance and premature extrauterine transition.
Article
Pediatrics
Sara M. Fernandez-Gonzalez, Andrea Sucasas Alonso, Alicia Ogando Martinez, Alejandro Avila-Alvarez
Summary: Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) is the first-line treatment for respiratory distress syndrome in preterm infants. This study found that NIV failure is common and is associated with lower survival rates and a higher incidence of intraventricular hemorrhage. A higher oxygen requirement and a modest response to surfactant therapy are independent risk factors for NIV failure.
Article
Pediatrics
Joanne M. George, Paul B. Colditz, Mark D. Chatfield, Simona Fiori, Kerstin Pannek, Jurgen Fripp, Andrea Guzzetta, Stephen E. Rose, Robert S. Ware, Roslyn N. Boyd
Summary: The study identified that a combination of 3-month GMs, TEA MRI deep grey matter score and early HNNE reflexes were best associated with motor outcomes, while a combination of 3-month GMs and TEA HNNE score were best associated with cognitive outcomes. Early neurobehavioral assessments may improve prediction of motor outcomes, while term equivalent assessments may improve prediction of cognitive outcomes.
PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
David B. Healy, Benjamin Campbell-Green, Vicki Livingstone, C. Anthony Ryan, R. Paul Ross, Catherine Stanton, Eugene M. Dempsey
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the combined outcome of death and/or severe grade necrotising enterocolitis (NEC) in very preterm infants before and after the introduction of routine supplementation with Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus probiotics. The results showed a reduction in the composite outcome of severe grade NEC and/or death after the introduction of routine administration of probiotics.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Ayoub Mitha, Sofia Soderquist Kruth, Sara Bjurman, Alexander Rakow, Stefan Johansson
Summary: This retrospective cohort study investigated the effects of probiotics on neonatal morbidities and feeding tolerance in very preterm infants. The results suggest that probiotic supplementation may reduce the risk of adverse outcomes and improve feeding tolerance in this population.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Yen-Ju Chen, Wei-Ying Chu, Yu-Wen Pan, Chen-Yueh Wang, Yen-Yin Chou, Chyi-Her Lin, Kennosuke Tsuda, Osuke Iwata, Wen-Hao Yu, Yung-Chieh Lin
Summary: Thyroxine plays a crucial role in the growth of newborns. For very preterm infants, the postnatal thyroxine concentration is found to be associated with both short-term weight gain and reduced odds of overweight status in the long-term follow-up.
Article
Pediatrics
Marien Lenoir, Chloe Wanert, Damien Bonnet, Mathilde Meot, Barthelemy Tosello, Virginie Fouilloux, Caroline Ovaert, Sophie Malekzadeh-Milani
Summary: This study compared the short- and medium-term morbidity and mortality of surgical mini-invasive and transcatheter closure of PDA in preterm infants <1,600 g, finding equivalent efficiency and safety between the two methods.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
JinBao Han, Gang Liu, MengNan Yu, Guang Li, JianYing Cao, Lian Duan, LiuMing Huang
Summary: This study retrospectively analyzed the surgical outcomes of 271 NEC patients and found that preterm infants in the non-perforated group had more serious complications and longer recovery time after surgery. Additionally, Bell staging was not accurate in diagnosing severe NEC requiring surgical intervention.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Courtney P. Gilchrist, Deanne K. Thompson, Bonnie Alexander, Claire E. Kelly, Karli Treyvaud, Lillian G. Matthews, Leona Pascoe, Diana Zannino, Rosemary Yates, Chris Adamson, Mary Tolcos, Jeanie L. Y. Cheong, Terrie E. Inder, Lex W. Doyle, Angela Cumberland, Peter J. Anderson
Summary: This study aimed to compare the developmental trajectories of corticolimbic regions in very preterm (VP) children with and without anxiety diagnosis at 13 years. The results showed that VP children with anxiety disorders displayed altered trajectories in whole brain and specific regions compared to VP children without anxiety. These alterations mainly reflected slower growth in early childhood and did not persist after adjusting for total brain volume and social risk.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Pediatrics
Rachel Robinson, Polina Girchenko, Anna Pulakka, Kati Heinonen, Anna Lahdepuro, Marius Lahti-Pulkkinen, Petteri Hovi, Marjaana Tikanmaki, Peter Bartmann, Aulikki Lano, Lex W. Doyle, Peter J. Anderson, Jeanie L. Y. Cheong, Brian A. Darlow, Lianne J. Woodward, L. John Horwood, Marit S. Indredavik, Kari Anne Evensen, Neil Marlow, Samantha Johnson, Marina Goulart de Mendonca, Eero Kajantie, Dieter Wolke, Katri Raikkonen
Summary: This study examined the differences in ADHD symptoms and diagnosis between preterm and term-born adults and found that while preterm adults may not report higher levels of ADHD symptoms, they have a higher risk of receiving an ADHD diagnosis in adulthood.
PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Paulina M. Stedall, Megan M. Spencer-Smith, Suncica Lah, Lex W. Doyle, Alicia J. Spittle, Alice C. Burnett, Peter J. Anderson
Summary: This study examined episodic and prospective memory functioning in children born very preterm (VP) compared to term-born children. The results showed that VP children performed worse on verbal and visuospatial episodic memory tests, as well as time-based and short-term prospective memory tasks. Parents of VP children also reported more everyday memory difficulties. This highlights the importance of monitoring and addressing memory challenges in children born very preterm.
JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Ellen Douglas, Kate A. Hodgson, Joy E. Olsen, Brett J. Manley, Calum T. Roberts, Elisha Josev, Peter J. Anderson, Lex W. Doyle, Peter G. Davis, Jeanie L. Y. Cheong
Summary: This study aimed to assess the relationship between cumulative postnatal corticosteroid dose and neurodevelopmental outcomes. The study found that higher cumulative corticosteroid dose in extremely low birth weight infants was associated with increased odds of cerebral palsy. However, further adequately powered studies are needed to evaluate the independent effects of cumulative steroid dose on neurodevelopmental outcomes.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Corneliu Bolbocean, Peter J. Anderson, Peter Bartmann, Jeanie L. Y. Cheong, Lex W. Doyle, Dieter Wolke, Stavros Petrou
Summary: This study examined the agreement between two different instruments used to measure health-related quality of life in individuals born very preterm and/or with low birthweight. The study found that the HUI3 tool captured preterm-related changes in health status more accurately, while the SF-6D tool was more accurate in measuring the health status of the control group.
QUALITY OF LIFE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Megan Spencer-Smith, Amber Weinman, Jon Quach, Leona Pascoe, Fiona Mensah, Melissa Wake, Gehan Roberts, Peter J. Anderson
Article
Pediatrics
Rocco Cuzzilla, Frances M. Cowan, Sheryle Rogerson, Peter J. Anderson, Lex W. Doyle, Jeanie Ling Yoong Cheong, Alicia Spittle
Summary: This study aimed to explore the relationship between early postnatal cranial ultrasound (cUS) linear measures of brain size and brain growth and neurodevelopment at 2 years in infants born <30 weeks' gestational age (GA). The results showed that larger measures of brain tissue and fluid spaces within the first weeks after birth were related to better cognitive and language development at 2 years. However, further research is needed to investigate the relationship between early cUS linear measures and fluid spaces and later neurodevelopment.
ARCHIVES OF DISEASE IN CHILDHOOD-FETAL AND NEONATAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Lex W. Doyle, Julie Chen, Rosemarie Anne Boland, Stefan Charles Kane, Rheanna Mainzer, Gehan Roberts, Elisha K. Josev, Marissa Clark, Peter J. Anderson, Jeanie Ling Yoong Cheong
Summary: This study aimed to determine the diagnostic accuracy of small-for-gestational-age (SGA) status for infant mortality and adverse school-age outcomes in extremely preterm infants. The results showed that the diagnostic accuracy of SGA status was low and varied with the growth reference used.
ARCHIVES OF DISEASE IN CHILDHOOD-FETAL AND NEONATAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Angela X. Chen, Rod W. Hunt, Kirsten R. Palmer, Claudia F. Bull, Emily J. Callander
Summary: Conception via in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and ovulation induction (OI) is associated with an increased risk of breech presentation, according to a cohort study in Queensland, Australia. The study suggests that the increased risk is similar for both IVF and OI pregnancies, and low birthweight is the most significant mediating factor for breech presentation in these pregnancies.
AUSTRALIAN & NEW ZEALAND JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Rebecca N. Brown, Alice C. Burnett, Deanne K. Thompson, Alicia J. Spittle, Rachel Ellis, Jeanie L. Y. Cheong, Lex W. Doyle, Leona Pascoe, Peter J. Anderson
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between motor performance and attention in very preterm and term-born children, as well as the presence of individual profiles of motor and attention performance. The results showed that balance was positively associated with attention outcomes at both ages. At 13 years, there were specific interactions between aiming and catching, manual dexterity, and attention, with positive associations only observed in very preterm children. At 7 years, three profiles were observed, while at 13 years, two profiles of average attention and motor functioning emerged, as well as one profile of below-average attention and motor functioning. Children born very preterm were overrepresented in the lower functioning profiles.
DEVELOPMENTAL MEDICINE AND CHILD NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Review
Behavioral Sciences
Claire E. Kelly, Michelle Shaul, Deanne K. Thompson, Rheanna M. Mainzer, Joseph Y. M. Yang, Thijs Dhollander, Jeanie L. Y. Cheong, Terrie E. Inder, Lex W. Doyle, Peter J. Anderson
Summary: Early life experiences, such as very preterm birth, can have long-term effects on brain and cognitive development. This study synthesized previous research on brain structure in adults born very preterm (VP) and found volumetric, morphologic, and microstructural alterations in specific regions of the brain compared to controls. These findings suggest a persisting neurological impact of VP birth, which may provide insights into the development of cognition in high-risk populations.
NEUROSCIENCE AND BIOBEHAVIORAL REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Karen P. Best, Jacqueline F. Gould, Maria Makrides, Thomas Sullivan, Jeanie Cheong, Shao J. Zhou, Stefan Kane, Huda Safa, A. Sparks, Lex W. Doyle, A. J. McPhee, Tanya A. C. Nippita, Hossein H. A. Afzali, Rosalie Grivell, D. Mackerras, E. Knight, Simon Wood, Tim Green
Summary: This study aims to determine the effect of reducing iodine intake from supplements on the cognitive development of children at 24 months of age. A total of 754 pregnant women will be randomly assigned to receive either a low iodine or a common dose of iodine supplement. The primary outcome is the developmental quotient of infants at 24 months of age.
Editorial Material
Pediatrics
Rod Hunt
ARCHIVES OF DISEASE IN CHILDHOOD-FETAL AND NEONATAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Thang Dao, Dale Lee Robinson, Lex W. Doyle, Peter V. S. Lee, Joy Olsen, Ashwini Kale, Jeanie L. Y. Cheong, John D. Wark
Summary: This study investigated the bone structure and estimated bone strength of young adults born extremely preterm or extremely low birth weight. The results showed that the EP/ELBW survivors had lower bone parameters compared to the controls, especially among males. These findings suggest a higher long-term fracture risk in EP/ELBW survivors.
JOURNAL OF BONE AND MINERAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Lex W. Doyle, S. Ranganathan, A. J. Spittle, G. Opie, R. M. Mainzer, Jeanie L. Y. Cheong
Summary: This study aimed to describe the changes in expiratory airflow at 7-8 years of age in survivors born extremely low birth weight (ELBW) before and after the introduction of exogenous surfactant. The results showed that there was no improvement in expiratory airflow in ELBW children with the introduction of surfactant, and there may be a deterioration in those with bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD).
Article
Pediatrics
Tarun Aurora, Audrey Cole, Parul Rai, Paul Lavoie, Carrie Mcivor, Lisa M. Klesges, Guolian Kang, Janaka S. S. Liyanage, Heather M. Brandt, Jane S. Hankins
Summary: This study evaluated the effectiveness of a vaccine strategy bundle in increasing HPV vaccine initiation and completion rates in a specialty clinic setting. By implementing the bundle, which included staff education, provider incentives, offering vaccines in clinics, and verifying vaccine completion, the clinic successfully improved HPV vaccine initiation and completion rates among sickle cell disease patients.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Nienke M. Halbmeijer, Wes Onland, Jeroen Dudink, Filip Cools, Anne Debeer, Anton H. van Kaam, Manon J. N. L. Benders, Niek E. van der Aa
Summary: In ventilated infants born preterm, high dose systemic hydrocortisone initiated between 7 and 14 days after birth did not have a significant impact on brain development.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Katherine Melton, Jianfang Liu, Hossein Sadeghi, Maureen George, Arlene Smaldone
Summary: This study aims to identify predictors of change in lung function and body weight during health care transition in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients. The study findings highlight the importance of CF RISE program engagement and reducing gaps in care for improving the transition of adolescents and young adults with CF.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Laura A. Duckworth, Kimberly A. Sutton, Nurmohammad Shaikh, Jinli Wang, Carla Hall-Moore, Lori R. Holtz, Phillip I. Tarr, Ronald C. Rubenstein
Summary: The study tested the usefulness of various biomarkers as indicators of gut dysfunction in cystic fibrosis (CF) and investigated the repeatability of these measures in individuals over short periods and their correlation with clinical outcomes. The results showed that elevated levels of fLcn2 in individuals with CF may predict worsened pulmonary function.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Lindsey Haack, Nikkan Das, Arvind Hoskoppal, Mark Debrunner, Tarek Alsaied, Gaurav Arora
Summary: RAE on ECG has a low positive predictive value for RAE on echocardiogram in previously healthy young patients. The highest yield for RAE on echocardiogram was observed in patients who were <1 year of age, had RAE in the anterior precordial leads, or displayed right ventricular hypertrophy on ECG.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Michael A. Padula, Khatija Naing, Tara L. Wenger, Irfan Ahmad, Carl H. Coghill, K. Taylor Wild, S. Alex Rottgers, Cory M. Resnick, Jeffrey Goldstein, Zarmina Ehsan, Donna Watkins, Nicole Deptula, Kuan-Chi Lai, Janet Lioy, Semsa Gogcu, Christopher M. Cielo
Summary: This study describes the spectrum of disease and burden of care in infants with congenital micrognathia. The results show that these infants commonly require surgical intervention and tube feedings, and disparities based on race and among centers were identified.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Michael P. Fundora, Manvitha Kalicheti, Guantao Zhao, Kevin O. Maher, Nicoleta Serban
Summary: This study investigated the variation of outpatient opioid prescribing in postoperative pediatric cardiac patients across the US. The results showed that there were significant differences in opioid prescribing by race, ethnicity, sex, and region.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Jia Guo, Brooklyn J. Fraser, Leigh Blizzard, Michael D. Schmidt, Terence Dwyer, Alison J. Venn, Costan G. Magnussen
Summary: There is a correlation between childhood and adulthood cardiorespiratory fitness.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Nianzhou Xiao, Michelle Starr, Adrienne Stolfi, Gilad Hamdani, Shireen Hashmat, Stefan G. Kiessling, Christina Sethna, Mahmoud Kallash, Robyn Matloff, Robert Woroniecki, Keia Sanderson, Ikuyo Yamaguchi, Stephen D. Cha, Michael G. Semanik, Rahul Chanchlani, Joseph T. Flynn, Mark Mitsnefes
Summary: This multicenter study reports that most infants diagnosed with idiopathic hypertension in the NICU will discontinue antihypertensive treatment within 2 years of discharge. Antenatal steroid treatment is associated with a decreased likelihood of needing antihypertensive therapy for more than 1 year.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Editorial Material
Pediatrics
Kanwaljit Singh, John Concato, Jonathan M. Davis
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Yaxing Meng, Harri Niinikoski, Suvi P. Rovio, Brooklyn J. Fraser, Feitong Wu, Antti Jula, Tapani Ronnemaa, Jorma S. A. Viikari, Olli T. Raitakari, Katja Pahkala, Costan G. Magnussen
Summary: This 26-year study shows a correlation between early-life non-HDL-C levels and future levels. Early dietary counseling can reduce the risk of high pediatric non-HDL-C, emphasizing the importance of early interventions in preventing cardiovascular risks.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Kelsey A. B. Gastineau, Rebecca Bell, Allison Hanes, Sandra Mckay, Eric Sigel, Filoteia Popescu, Evan C. Sommer, Shari Barkin
Summary: This study aimed to assess the self-reported counseling outcomes for a firearm safe storage counseling training program provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The results demonstrated significant improvement in counseling self-efficacy and frequency one month after the training.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Kathryn E. K. Berlin, William Scott, Sara Dawson, David Brousseau, Joanne M. Lagatta
Summary: This prospective cohort study aimed to investigate the impact of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) on the health-related quality of life (HRQL) of infants from NICU hospitalization to one year post-discharge. The study found that lower HRQL during NICU stay was associated with earlier gestational age, postnatal corticosteroid usage, outborn status, and gastrostomy tube placement. Lower HRQL at 3 and 12 months post-discharge was associated with readmissions, home oxygen use, parent-reported difficulty breathing, lower developmental scores, and not playing with other children. Most parents reported similar or improved HRQL after discharge, but parents of infants with respiratory symptoms experienced less improvement. Efforts to improve parent HRQL should focus on respiratory symptoms and social isolation.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
Garett J. Griffith, Alan P. Wang, Robert I. Liem, Michael R. Carr, Tyler Corson, Kendra Ward
Summary: This study developed reference values for cardiorespiratory fitness in children aged 6-18 years without underlying heart disease, measured by peak oxygen uptake and treadmill time. Fitness levels increased with age in males but not females. Males generally exhibited higher fitness levels compared to females in the same age groups.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)
Article
Pediatrics
David S. Liu, Patricia Miller, Anna Rothenberg, Carley Vuillermin, Peter M. Waters, Andrea S. Bauer
Summary: This study aims to determine if children with elbow flexion contracture (EFC) caused by brachial plexus birth injury (BPBI) are more likely to develop shoulder contracture and undergo surgical treatment. A retrospective review was conducted on children under 2 years old with BPBI who presented to a single children's hospital. The results showed that patients with EFC had reduced shoulder range of motion and higher odds of shoulder contracture and surgical treatment. Prompt referral to a BPBI specialty clinic is recommended for evaluation and potential surgery.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2024)