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The definition of acute perinatal asphyxia

B S Carter1, A D Haverkamp, G B Merenstein

  • 1University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver.

Clinics in Perinatology
|June 1, 1993
PubMed

Insights

Perinatal asphyxia is a significant concern. This review covers its history, prevention strategies in neonatal medicine, and a definition requiring multiple indicators for diagnosis.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
  • Obstetrics
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Perinatal asphyxia poses ongoing challenges for healthcare providers, families, and legal professionals.
  • Historical perspectives on managing perinatal asphyxia are crucial for current practice.
  • Identifying at-risk infants and preventing adverse outcomes remain key objectives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the history of concern regarding perinatal asphyxia.
  • To discuss current efforts in neonatal-perinatal medicine for prevention and management.
  • To present a standardized definition of asphyxia.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on the history and management of perinatal asphyxia.
  • Discussion of contemporary neonatal-perinatal medicine strategies.
  • Adoption of a definition aligned with established guidelines.

Main Results:

  • A historical overview of perinatal asphyxia concerns is provided.
  • Current medical strategies for identifying and preventing sequelae are discussed.
  • A definition requiring multiple biochemical and clinical indices is established.

Conclusions:

  • Perinatal asphyxia necessitates a comprehensive understanding of its history and management.
  • Standardized definitions are essential for accurate diagnosis and consistent care.
  • Continued advancements in neonatal medicine aim to improve outcomes for affected infants.

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