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Development of a Neonatal Piglet Acute Lung Injury Model Recreating the Early Environment of Preterm Infant Lungs
Published on: October 31, 2025
[Successful Treatment of Neonatal Respiratory Transitional Disorder with Pulmo/Vivianit comp. in 2 Cases]
Background:
Disorders of the respiratory transition at birth are major reasons for neonates being admitted to intensive care units and separated from their mothers. This has potential long-lasting consequences for the mother-infant interaction as well as the long-term development of the child. There is an urgent need for effective preventive and therapeutic measures for this frequent disorder.
Case Report:
We report the cases of 2 newborn infants with respiratory transitional disorder treated off-label with the anthroposophic medicament Pulmo/Vivianit comp. based on pathophysiological considerations and on particular parental request. In both cases, an immediate and sustainable response could be documented without adverse effects.
Conclusion:
This new therapeutic approach merits further attention in clinical research but cannot be recommended for routine practice before more high-level evidence is available.
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