Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Patrizia Simmen, Samuel Kreuzer, Manuel Thomet, Lilian Suter, Barbara Jesacher, Phuong-Anh Tran, Andreas Haeberlin, Sven Schulzke, Kerstin Jost, Thomas Niederhauser
Summary: The study confirmed the feasibility and reliability of using multi-channel esophageal ECG for heart rate monitoring in preterm infants, showing greater sensitivity and accuracy compared to standard surface leads. The technology has the potential to improve detection of bradycardia and reduce alarm fatigue, making it valuable for intensive care of preterm infants in the future.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Namasivayam Ambalavanan, Debra E. Weese-Mayer, Anna Maria Hibbs, Nelson Claure, John L. Carroll, J. Randall Moorman, Eduardo Bancalari, Aaron Hamvas, Richard J. Martin, Juliann M. Di Fiore, Premananda Indic, James S. Kemp, Alaleh Dormishian, Katy N. Krahn, Jiaxing Qiu, Phyllis A. Dennery, Sarah J. Ratcliffe, James F. Troendle, Douglas E. Lake
Summary: Immature control of breathing in extremely preterm infants is associated with apnea, periodic breathing, intermittent hypoxemia, and bradycardia. Analyzing cardiorespiratory monitoring data can predict unfavorable respiratory outcomes at 40 weeks postmenstrual age and other outcomes such as bronchopulmonary dysplasia at 36 weeks postmenstrual age.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF RESPIRATORY AND CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Agnese Sbrollini, Martina Mancinelli, Ilaria Marcantoni, Micaela Morettini, Virgilio Paolo Carnielli, Laura Burattini
Summary: An adaptive algorithm was proposed for real-time bradycardia identification in preterm infants, adjusting the baseline heart rate (BHR) based on recent heart rate (HR) data. The adaptive algorithm outperformed the standard algorithm in assessing the correlation between bradycardia metrics and health indicators in preterm infants.
BIOMEDICAL SIGNAL PROCESSING AND CONTROL
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Yu-Ching Lee, Abdan Syakura, Muhammad Adil Khalil, Ching-Ho Wu, Yi-Fang Ding, Ching-Wei Wang
Summary: The study introduces an improved real-time adaptive breathing monitoring system that can monitor breathing without positional and postural constraints. It performs significantly correlated results compared to a benchmark medical device and is able to produce alarms earlier.
MEDICAL & BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERING & COMPUTING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Chiara Romano, Emiliano Schena, Domenico Formica, Carlo Massaroni
Summary: This study compared the use of accelerometers and gyroscopes in wearable devices for monitoring heart rate and respiratory rate simultaneously. The accelerometer was found to be more accurate in estimating both heart rate and respiratory rate. Window length and posture were found to influence the system's performance.
Article
Pediatrics
Kartik K. Iyer, Unnah Leitner, Vito Giordano, James A. Roberts, Sampsa Vanhatalo, Katrin Klebermass-Schrehof, Nathan J. Stevenson
Summary: A tool was developed to track the functional autonomic age in preterm infants based on heart rate variability features. It provides a rapid assessment of autonomic maturation at the bedside and offers unique insights into cardiovascular health and maturational trajectories during neonatal intensive care unit monitoring.
PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Mathias L. Hansen, Adelina Pellicer, Simon Hyttel-Srensen, Ebru Ergenekon, Tomasz Szczapa, Cornelia Hagmann, Gunnar Naulaers, Jonathan Mintzer, Monica Fumagalli, Gabriel Dimitriou, Eugene Dempsey, Jakub Tkaczyk, Guoqiang Cheng, Siv Fredly, Anne M. Heuchan, Gerhard Pichler, Hans Fuchs, Saudamini Nesargi, Gitte H. Hahn, Salvador Piris-Borregas, Jan Sirc, Miguel Alsina-Casanova, Martin Stocker, Hilal Ozkan, Kosmas Sarafidis, Andrew O. Hopper, Tanja Karen, Beata Rzepecka-Weglarz, Serife S. Oguz, Luis Arruza, Asli C. Memisoglu, Ruth del Rio Florentino, Mariana Baserga, Pierre Maton, Anita C. Truttmann, Isabel de las Cuevas, Peter Agergaard, Pamela Zafra, Lars Bender, Ryszard Lauterbach, Chantal Lecart, Julie de Buyst, Afif El-Khuffash, Anna Curley, Olalla O. Vaccarello, Jan Miletin, Evangelia Papathoma, Zachary Vesoulis, Giovanni Vento, Luc Cornette, Laura S. Lopez, Beril Yasa, Anja Klamer, Massimo Agosti, Olivier Baud, Emmanuele Mastretta, Merih Cetinkaya, Karen McCall, Shujuan Zeng, Eleftheria Hatzidaki, Agata Bargiel, Sylwia Marciniak, Xiaoyan Gao, Lin Huijia, Lina Chalak, Ling Yang, Shashidhar A. Rao, Xin Xu, Begona L. Gonzalez, Maria Wilinska, Zhaoqing Yin, Iwona Sadowska-Krawczenko, Itziar Serrano-Vinuales, Barbara Krolak-Olejnik, Marta M. Ybarra, Catalina Morales-Betancourt, Peter Korcek, Marta Teresa-Palacio, Fabio Mosca, Anja Hergenhan, Nilgun Koksal, Konstantia Tsoni, Munaf M. Kadri, Claudia Knoepfli, Elzbieta Rafinska-Wazny, Mustafa S. Akin, Tone Nordvik, Zhang Peng, Sinem G. Kersin, Liesbeth Thewissen, Ana Alarcon, David Healy, Berndt Urlesberger, Muenevver Bas, Jana Baumgartner, Eleni Skylogianni, Veronika Karadyova, Eva Valverde, Elena Bergon-Sendin, Jachym Kucera, Silvia Pisoni, Le Wang, Anne Smits, Rebeca Sanchez-Salmador, Marie I. Rasmussen, Markus H. Olsen, Aksel K. Jensen, Christian Gluud, Janus C. Jakobsen, Gorm Greisen
Summary: A multicenter, randomized trial found that treatment guided by cerebral oximetry monitoring for the first 72 hours after birth did not reduce the risk of death or severe brain injury at 36 weeks' postmenstrual age in extremely preterm infants.
NEW ENGLAND JOURNAL OF MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Manuela Filippa, Mimma Nardelli, Elisa Della Casa, Alberto Berardi, Odoardo Picciolini, Sara Meloni, Clara Lunardi, Alessandra Cecchi, Alessandra Sansavini, Luigi Corvaglia, Enzo Pasquale Scilingo, Fabrizio Ferrari
Summary: This study found that maternal singing, but not speaking, can enhance vagal activity in preterm infants, improving autonomic nervous system stability in the short term.
Article
Pediatrics
Samantha Latremouille, Monica Bhuller, Wissam Shalish, Guilherme Sant'Anna
Summary: The study found that applying NIV-NAVA and NIPPV shortly after extubation can lower respiratory efforts and increase respiratory variability, with these effects being more pronounced in NIV-NAVA. Compared to NIPPV, NIV-NAVA provides a higher mean airway pressure while reducing peak inflation pressures.
PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Pediatrics
Hugo J. Koppens, Wes Onland, Douwe H. Visser, Nerissa P. Denswil, Anton H. van Kaam, Claire A. Lutterman
Summary: By monitoring heart rate characteristics (HRC) of preterm infants, early diagnosis of late-onset sepsis (LOS) and necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) might reduce the risk of death and morbidities. A systematic review showed that HRC monitoring resulted in a significant reduction in mortality, but methodological weaknesses and limited generalizability suggest the need for a large international randomized controlled trial.
Article
Biophysics
Ferdous Karim Lucy, Khadiza Tun Suha, Sumaiya Tabassum Dipty, Md Sharjis Ibne Wadud, Muhammad Abdul Kadir
Summary: The study developed a novel video-based method for simultaneous monitoring of respiratory rate and chest indrawing in children, which could be valuable for diagnosing pneumonia and its severity.
PHYSIOLOGICAL MEASUREMENT
(2021)
Review
Biology
Lalit Maurya, Pavleen Kaur, Deepak Chawla, Prasant Mahapatra
Summary: The neonatal period is crucial for a child's survival, with breathing rate being an important indicator of health. Non-contact methods for monitoring breathing rate in newborn infants are in high demand, offering advantages and limitations. Discussions on signal processing, feasibility, and future directions are included for various non-contact neonatal breathing rate monitoring methods.
COMPUTERS IN BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Elie G. Abu Jawdeh, Amrita Pant, Aayush Gabrani, M. Douglas Cunningham, Thomas M. Raffay, Philip M. Westgate
Summary: Increased recurring intermittent hypoxemia may be associated with extubation failure in preterm infants, and saturation profiles provided by high-resolution pulse oximeters may help identify readiness for extubation success. Further prospective studies are needed to validate intermittent hypoxemia as a predictor for extubation readiness.
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Zhengzheng Li, Jiancheng Zou, Peizhou Yan, Don Hong
Summary: The paper introduces a non-contact real-time monitoring algorithm for physiological parameters of drivers under ambient light conditions, using facial expression recognition and independent component separation to monitor the driver's physiological parameters, providing early warnings to help prevent traffic accidents.
INTELLIGENT AUTOMATION AND SOFT COMPUTING
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Alexandra Lopes, Daniel F. Noronha Osorio, Hugo Silva, Hugo Gamboa
Summary: Several studies have shown that IR-UWB and FMCW radars are promising contactless vital signs monitoring tools. However, most studies only focus on developing algorithms for one type of radar, neglecting the effect of hardware choices on their results. In this study, we used two off-the-shelf radars with different characteristics to implement a data equivalent processing pipeline. Results showed that the IR-UWB architecture was the best option for a bio-radar application. Our equivalent processing pipeline method provides a more realistic way to assess bio-radar systems.
IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Pamela Adelson, Julie-Anne Fleet, Lois McKellar
Summary: The closure of regional maternity services in Australia has serious consequences. A regional midwifery model of care was piloted in South Australia to provide sustainable birthing services. The evaluation showed positive experiences and good birth outcomes among women utilizing this new model of care.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Fatema-Tuz-Zohra Khanam, Ali Al-Naji, Asanka G. Perera, Kim Gibson, Javaan Chahl
Summary: This study utilized a digital camera to remotely monitor the heart rate and respiratory rate of infants in a clinical setting, showing strong correlation and low error rates compared to reference data. The findings suggest the potential of video camera imaging to replace traditional monitoring in NICU and other contexts.
COMPUTER METHODS IN BIOMECHANICS AND BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING-IMAGING AND VISUALIZATION
(2023)
Article
Remote Sensing
Samuel Teague, Javaan Chahl
Summary: Strapdown celestial imaging sensors offer a compact, lightweight alternative to gimbaled sensors, but they suffer from motion blur due to a wider field of view. This study presents a method to extract star trails and correct noisy inertial attitude measurements using least squares approach. Synthetic and real image data demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method. The findings indicate that strapdown celestial imagery with motion blur can achieve accurate attitude estimation on lightweight UAV hardware.
Article
Nursing
Wendy Foster, Lois Mckellar, Julie-Anne Fleet, Linda Sweet
Summary: The aim of this study was to develop a tool to assess the levels of moral compromise and distress in midwifery, in order to support the mental wellbeing of midwives. Through an online strategy, consensus was reached on 40 morally compromising situations, leading to the development of a continuum scale from moral frustration to moral injury.
Review
Nursing
Ms Monica P. Diaz, Angela E. Brown, Julie-Anne Fleet, Mary Steen
Summary: This review examines the effectiveness of FGM/C education for health professionals and finds that it improves their knowledge, attitudes, and self-efficacy. However, the quality of evidence is limited.
NURSE EDUCATION IN PRACTICE
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Monica P. Diaz, Angela E. Brown, Julie-Anne Fleet, Mary Steen
Summary: This study aimed to explore the experiences and needs of women with FGM/C accessing women's health services in South Australia. The findings showed that women's cultural needs played a fundamental role in their healthcare experiences, and acknowledging cultural values and traditions increased their trust and confidence in engaging with services. Areas for improvement included access to interpreters, more time during appointments, opportunities for continuity of care, and involving family in care and treatment decisions.
Meeting Abstract
Nursing
Julie-Anne Fleet, Pamela Adelson, Lois Mckellar, Mary Steen
Review
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Saja Theab Ahmed, Dalal Abdulmohsin Hammood, Raad Farhood Chisab, Ali Al-Naji, Javaan Chahl
Summary: In medical information systems, image data plays a crucial role and its protection is essential. Encryption methods for digital images are important for ensuring security and authenticity, particularly with the increasing use of telemedicine and online sharing of medical images. The attention given to medical image encryption reflects concerns about the safety of medical communication.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Fatema-Tuz-Zohra Khanam, Ali Al-Naji, Asanka G. G. Perera, Danyi Wang, Javaan Chahl
Summary: The study proposes a non-invasive neonatal jaundice detection system based on skin colour analysis and machine learning. It automatically selects a region of interest from an infant image and analyzes its colour to classify jaundice or normal. The system has the potential for clinical application.
COMPUTER METHODS IN BIOMECHANICS AND BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING-IMAGING AND VISUALIZATION
(2023)
Article
Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Belinda Lovell, Angela Brown, Mary Steen, Adrian Esterman
Summary: This paper presents a process evaluation of a parenting education program in an Australian prison. The program, called Mothers Matter, was co-designed based on the preferences of incarcerated women. It focuses on strengths, trauma-informed approach, and cultural diversity. Most women reported positive outcomes, such as increased connections with their children, release of guilt, and desire for continued learning. Program fidelity was assessed through program observation. A logic model of short- and medium-term outcomes is provided for future program improvement and evaluation.
SOCIAL SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Rusul Sabah Jebur, Mohd Hazli Bin Mohamed Zabil, Dalal Abdulmohsin Hammood, Lim Kok Cheng, Ali Al-Naji
Summary: This study proposes a novel approach that combines deep hybrid learning with the Self-Improved Orca Predation Algorithm (SI-OPA) for image denoising. Extensive comparisons against state-of-the-art denoising methods are conducted, demonstrating the superior performance of the proposed approach in terms of denoising effectiveness, computational efficiency, and preservation of image details. Implemented in Python, the hybrid model showcases the benefits of combining Bi-LSTM, optimized CNN, and SI-OPA for advanced image-denoising applications.
Article
Psychology, Mathematical
Danyi Wang, Johanna Eckert, Sam Teague, Ali Al-Naji, Daniel Haun, Javaan Chahl
Summary: Cardiac measures, such as heart rate measurements, are crucial for assessing both physiological and psychological states. However, their use is limited in comparative psychology due to the traditional methods requiring sensor attachment, usually only feasible during anesthesia or after extensive training for nonhuman primates. This study introduces a camera-based contact-free system that accurately detects and estimates the heart rates of unrestrained chimpanzees, allowing for new avenues of research and improved health management of captive individuals.
BEHAVIOR RESEARCH METHODS
(2023)
Review
Nursing
Kassie Whitworth, Roslyn Donnellan-Fernandez, Julie-Anne Fleet
Summary: This article explores the current knowledge about how women experience online antenatal education. The findings indicate a digital divide among women accessing online antenatal education, which puts vulnerable women at risk of inequality. E-health literacy frameworks should be implemented to ensure genuine accessibility, comprehensibility, and cultural responsiveness for users.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Lois McKellar, Julie-Anne Fleet, Pamela Adelson
Summary: This study evaluates the effectiveness, acceptability, and sustainability of a new midwifery model of care in South Australia. The findings show that health care providers have a positive attitude towards the model and emphasize the importance of collaboration and communication for success. However, there are also specific challenges and complexities that need to be addressed.
AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF RURAL HEALTH
(2023)
