ABSTRACT

This text analyses the pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment and control of respiratory disorders in the newborn infant. It explores the mechanisms, patterns and factors influencing respiratory activity and dysfunction, as well as the aetiology, management and evaluation of conditions such as respiratory distress syndrome, bronchopulmonary dysplasi

chapter 2|22 pages

Gasping and Autoresuscitation

chapter 9|20 pages

Monitoring in the NICU

chapter 10|36 pages

Periodic Breathing

chapter 13|18 pages

Pharmacotherapy of Apnea of Prematurity

chapter 15|18 pages

Maturation of Respiratory Control

chapter 16|22 pages

Respiratory Control During Oral Feeding

chapter 22|30 pages

Airway Disorders in the Newborn

chapter 23|16 pages

SIDS and the Newborn Infant