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Evolution of neonatal and pediatric critical care in India
D Vidyasagar1, M Singh, O N Bhakoo
1Department of Pediatrics, University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center, USA.
Insights
India has seen significant advancements in neonatal and pediatric critical care over the past decade. These improvements in neonatal outcomes are attributed to collaborative efforts and dedicated medical professionals.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal critical care
- Pediatric critical care
- Indian healthcare system
Background:
- Rapid advancements in neonatal and pediatric critical care in India over the last decade.
- Growth in Neonatal Intensive Care mirroring Pediatric Critical Care development.
- Improvements in neonatal outcomes driven by national initiatives and international collaboration.
Abstract:
During the last decade, the disciplines of neonatal and pediatric critical care have rapidly progressed in India. The growth of Neonatal Intensive Care has paced the growth of Pediatric Critical Care. The substantial growth of discipline and the positive improvements in neonatal outcomes are the results of the concerted efforts of the National Neonatal Forum and commitment of expatriate physicians residing in the United States. This article provides the background information regarding perinatal, neonatal, and infant mortalities in India. It also describes the maternal child health care delivery system in the Indian subcontinent.