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[Infantile apnea. The etiopathogenetic aspects. The clinico-evolutionary forms. II]
1Dispensarul Policlinic de Copii, Piatra Neamţ.
Revista De Pediatrie, Obstetrica Si Ginecologie. Pediatria
|January 1, 1990
Summary
This review explores the causes of infantile apnea, focusing on premature infants and the role of sleep. It also examines the link between apnea and sudden unexpected death in infants.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Neonatology
- Sleep Medicine
Context:
- Infantile apnea is a significant concern in pediatrics, particularly in premature infants.
- Understanding the etiopathogenesis of infantile apnea is crucial for diagnosis and management.
- The relationship between sleep disturbances and apnea requires further investigation.
Purpose:
- To review the current literature on the etiopathogenesis of infantile apnea.
- To elucidate the role of prematurity in the development of apnea.
- To explore the implications of sleep on infantile apnea and its connection to sudden unexpected death.
Summary:
- The review covers the pathogenesis of apnea in premature infants, highlighting specific physiological factors.
- It discusses the pathogenic implications of sleep architecture and disturbances in infantile apnea.
- The relationship between infantile apnea and sudden unexpected death is examined, synthesizing existing data.
Impact:
- Provides a comprehensive overview of infantile apnea etiopathogenesis for clinicians and researchers.
- Highlights key areas for future research in infant sleep and apnea.
- Contributes to a better understanding of risk factors for sudden unexpected death in infants.
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