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The transition to extrauterine life and disorders of transition

J R Britton1

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah Medical Center, Salt Lake City, USA.

Clinics in Perinatology
|July 1, 1998
PubMed

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Newborns may be discharged before completing the transition to life outside the womb. This review covers neonatal transition physiology and common disorders, aiding early detection and risk assessment for infant health.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatology
  • Physiology
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Shorter postnatal hospital stays increase the risk of early infant discharge.
  • Infants undergo significant physiological changes during the neonatal transition period.
  • Early identification of neonatal problems during this transition is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the physiology of neonatal transition.
  • To discuss common disorders occurring during this critical period.
  • To identify factors associated with higher risk for neonatal transitional problems.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of neonatal transition physiology.
  • Analysis of common neonatal transitional disorders.
  • Identification of risk factors for neonatal complications.

Main Results:

  • Most neonatal transition disorders manifest within expected postnatal timeframes.
  • Understanding transition physiology aids in anticipating and treating neonatal issues.
  • Specific clinical factors help identify infants at elevated risk.

Conclusions:

  • Early discharge necessitates awareness of neonatal transition challenges.
  • Timely recognition and management of transitional disorders are essential for infant well-being.
  • Clinicians can utilize identified risk factors for proactive infant care.

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