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Assessment and Evaluation of the High Risk Neonate: The NICU Network Neurobehavioral Scale

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An interdisciplinary fetal/neonatal neurology program.

¹Division of Pediatric Neurology, Pediatrics and Neurology School of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, Fetal/Neonatal Neurology Program, Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, University Hospitals of Cleveland, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA. Mark.scher@uhhospitals.org

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|February 1, 2012

Summary

A fetal/neonatal neurology program integrates maternal, fetal, and neonatal factors for lifelong brain health. Early life interventions and life-course research are key to improving pediatric neurological outcomes and adult quality of life.

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Developmental Neuroscience
Public Health

Background:

Fetal/neonatal neurology programs require integrated approaches.
Early life programming research highlights prenatal/postnatal influences on brain health.
Critical developmental periods offer opportunities for neuroprotection.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline the essential components of a comprehensive fetal/neonatal neurology program.
To emphasize the role of early life programming in long-term neurologic health.
To advocate for preventive, rescue, and repair strategies in pediatric neurology.

Main Methods:

Interdisciplinary service, education, and research objectives.
Merging curricula on maternal, placental, fetal, and neonatal contributions to brain health.
Incorporating life-course science and research.

Main Results:

Prenatal and postnatal factors significantly impact long-term neurologic health.
Neuroprotective interventions during critical development periods enhance adaptation.
Life-course research identifies factors affecting adult quality of life.

Conclusions:

Integrated fetal/neonatal neurology programs are vital for pediatric outcomes.
Preventive and reparative strategies can transform pediatric medical practices.
Public health policies should support programs improving lifelong quality of life.