Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Lukas Bechmann, Ralf Boettger, Claas Baier, Aljoscha Tersteegen, Katja Bauer, Achim J. Kaasch, Gernot Geginat
Summary: This retrospective case-control study investigated the origin of a Serratia marcescens outbreak in a neonatal intensive care unit. The study found that the infection originated from a breast milk donor. The outbreak was controlled through the implementation of an infection control bundle and strict hygiene measures.
INFECTION CONTROL AND HOSPITAL EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Anna DeVeaux, Jian Ryou, Gautam Dantas, Barbara B. Warner, Phillip I. Tarr
Summary: Microbiome-targeting therapies, such as probiotics and prebiotics, have shown mixed results in preventing diseases in preterm infants. While they are generally considered safe, there is uncertainty regarding their effectiveness in neonatal intensive care units. Recent comprehensive meta-analyses highlight limitations in the trials supporting the routine use of probiotics, making it challenging to confidently recommend their universal administration to preterm infants.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Agnieszka Bzikowska-Jura, Natalia Machaj, Piotr Sobieraj, Olga Barbarska, Gabriela Oledzka, Aleksandra Wesolowska
Summary: The primary aim of the study was to evaluate the variability in macronutrient content of donor human milk and investigate the impact of maternal factors and feeding practices. Results showed no significant differences in energy and macronutrient content of the milk, although fat concentration was positively correlated with afternoon feedings. The method of feeding did not affect the nutritional value of the milk.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Mattias Paulsson, Lena Jacobsson, Fredrik Ahlsson
Summary: This study aimed to investigate factors influencing fat loss during tube feeding of breast milk to preterm infants. Results showed that continuous infusion led to an average fat loss of 40%, while bolus feedings resulted in an average fat loss of 11%. Neither height nor tilting of the pump reduced fat loss, suggesting that bolus feeding should be utilized to limit fat loss.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Mohadese Babaie, Manijeh Nourian, Foroozan Atashzadeh-Shoorideh, Houman Manoochehri, Malihe Nasiri
Summary: This study aimed to explain the concept of safety culture in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) from the perspective of nurses and physicians. The dimensions of safety culture in NICUs include professional development, constructive interactions, organizational supportive climate, management commitment to neonatal safety, and planning and implementation of neonatal developmental care. Improving these dimensions can enhance neonatal safety, reduce harm to neonates, and save resources. Understanding the status of these dimensions in wards and hospitals can guide efforts in promoting neonate health and policy-making.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Luise Brado, Susanne Tippmann, Daniel Schreiner, Jonas Scherer, Dorothea Plaschka, Eva Mildenberger, Andre Kidszun
Summary: Safety incidents were identified and analyzed in a German NICU over a 6-month period, with medication errors and equipment problems being the most commonly reported issues. The majority of incidents were deemed preventable, with suggestions for improvement focused on the implementation of computer-assisted tools and processes for enhancing care quality.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Meredith Brockway, Samantha Mcleod, Jana Kurilova, Tanis R. Fenton, Linda Duffett-Leger, Karen M. Benzies
Summary: This study aimed to examine the association between breastfeeding self-efficacy (BSE) and breastmilk feeding at discharge among mothers of preterm infants. The results showed that mothers exclusively breastfeeding their infants at discharge had significantly higher BSE scores at admission compared to those providing a combination of breastmilk and formula or only formula. Multivariable logistic regression analysis revealed that higher BSE at admission, maternal birth in Canada, and absence of diabetes were significant predictors of exclusive breastmilk feeding at discharge.
Review
Pediatrics
Aloka L. Patel, Tricia J. Johnson, Paula P. Meier
Summary: VLBW infants are more likely to be born to black mothers, who are less likely to provide MOM due to economic factors and family responsibilities. The lack of MOM leads to high costs associated with substitutes, exacerbating the disparities faced by black mothers.
PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Rachel E. Culbreth, Regena Spratling, Lauranne Scates, Laryssa Frederick, Jordan Kenney, Douglas S. Gardenhire
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between perceptions of safety and culture among NICU staff with medical error reporting behaviors. Results showed that while respiratory therapists and nurses had similar safety attitude scores, there were differences in job satisfaction and stress levels. Overall, NICU staff were more likely to report major medical errors.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Jessica Liu, Emily M. Pang, Alexandra Iacob, Aida Simonian, Ciaran S. Phibbs, Jochen Profit
Summary: This study aimed to compare the characteristics and clinical outcomes between safety net and non-safety net neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) in California. The study found that safety net NICUs performed similarly to non-safety net NICUs in terms of quality of care, except for small but significant differences in human milk nutrition, infection, hypothermia, necrotizing enterocolitis, and mortality.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Lu Lin, Weiqin Liu, Jing Mu, Enmei Zhan, Hong Wei, Siqi Hong, Ziyu Hua
Summary: The establishment of NNICU has gradually improved and standardized neuroprotective therapy and clinical follow-up to improve neurodevelopmental prognosis of NE patients. The unit focused on neonatal neurocritical care for babies susceptible to NE with evidence-based medicine guidance.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Randall Jenkins, Devlynne Ondusko, Luke Montrose, Ryan Forbush, David Rozansky
Summary: The study shows that in a neonatal unit, infants receive 98% of DEHP exposure from respiratory devices, with bubble CPAP accounting for 95% of the total exposure. By avoiding the use of IV tubing containing DEHP and modifying respiratory equipment appropriately, DEHP exposure can be significantly reduced.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Meera N. Sankar, Ya'el Weiner, Neha Chopra, Peiyi Kan, Zakiyah Williams, Henry C. Lee
Summary: This study found that prematurity, low birth weight, morbidities, Black maternal race, and public insurance were associated with decreased breast milk use in the NICU. Early initiation of feeds was associated with increased breast milk use. There is a need to increase social as well as hospital support systems to address gaps in breast milk use in the NICU.
JOURNAL OF PERINATOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Rebecca Hoban, Rakhee M. Bowker, Megan E. Gross, Aloka L. Patel
Summary: Breastfeeding is crucial for the health of premature infants in the NICU, but there are significant racial and economic disparities in breast milk provision that need to be addressed. Helping mothers improve breastfeeding skills and providing support is essential.
SEMINARS IN PERINATOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Stacey R. Ramey, Stephanie Merlino Barr, Katie A. Moore, Sharon Groh-Wargo
Summary: Human milk analysis and individualized fortification are emerging practices within NICUs in the US. Few institutions are using it in the clinical setting with significant variability in execution and many logistical concerns regarding implementation. Future research may be beneficial to evaluate how practices change with the increasing popularity and use of HMA and individualized fortification in clinical settings.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Mary Wyer, Debra Jackson, Rick Iedema, Su-Yin Hor, Gwendolyn L. Gilbert, Christine Jorm, Claire Hooker, Matthew Vincent Neil O'Sullivan, Katherine Carroll
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2015)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Katherine Carroll, Kenneth R. Herrmann
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2013)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Kenneth Herrmann, Katherine Carroll
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2014)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Catherine Waldby, Ian Kerridge, Margaret Boulos, Katherine Carroll
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2013)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Katherine E. Carroll, Brydan S. Lenne, Kerri McEgan, Gillian Opie, Lisa H. Amir, Sandra Bredemeyer, Ben Hartmann, Rachel Jones, Pieter Koorts, Helen McConachy, Patricia Mumford, Jan Polverino
INTERNATIONAL BREASTFEEDING JOURNAL
(2014)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Katherine Carroll, Jessica Mesman, Heidi McLeod, Judy Boughey, Gary Keeney, Elizabeth Habermann
Summary: Mayo Clinic has one of the lowest reoperation rates for breast lumpectomy in the United States due to their use of frozen section technologies. Researchers focused on successful teamwork between the Breast Surgery Team and the Frozen Section Laboratory, analyzing communication styles to optimize the timely and accurate evaluation of breast cancer specimens. The study used video-reflexive ethnography methodology, leading to the implementation of new strategies and improved interprofessional communication between surgeons and pathologists.
JOURNAL OF INTERPROFESSIONAL CARE
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Christine M. Olney, Tamara Vos-Draper, Jason Egginton, John Ferguson, Gary Goldish, Byron Eddy, Andrew H. Hansen, Katherine Carroll, Melissa Morrow
JOURNAL OF SPINAL CORD MEDICINE
(2019)
Article
Nursing
Katherine Carroll, Debbie Noble-Carr, Lara Sweeney, Catherine Waldby
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2020)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Debbie Noble-Carr, Katherine Carroll, Simon Copland, Catherine Waldby
Summary: This study aimed to understand how bereaved parents perceive lactation care provided by hospital-based health professionals. Interviews with 17 mothers and 7 fathers revealed that lactation after infant death was challenging, and participants received limited lactation care. The study emphasized the importance of compassionate and individualized care, inclusive of partners, along with providing quality written information.
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Lara Sweeney, Katherine Carroll, Debbie Noble-Carr, Catherine Waldby
HEALTH SOCIOLOGY REVIEW
(2020)
Article
Family Studies
Katherine Carroll, Charlotte Krolokke
CULTURE HEALTH & SEXUALITY
(2018)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Rick Iedema, Katherine Carroll
Article
Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Katherine Carroll
QUALITATIVE RESEARCH
(2013)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Catherine Waldby, Katherine Carroll
SOCIOLOGY OF HEALTH & ILLNESS
(2012)