PREMATURE

This study looked at whether starting kangaroo mother care (skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding support) within the first 24 hours helps healthy preterm babies born weighing less than 2000 grams. 100 infants were randomly assigned to early kangaroo care or standard care. The r…

This study tested whether adding reflective materials like aluminum foil or white cloth around babies during light therapy for jaundice helps lower bilirubin faster. 81 newborns with mild jaundice were randomly assigned to standard therapy, therapy with white cloth reflectors, or…

This study tested a program called Mother Integrated Care for mothers of premature babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The program trains mothers to actively participate in their baby's care, moving from being visitors to primary caregivers. Researchers measured st…

This study looked at 60 premature newborns (born between 28-37 weeks) in the neonatal intensive care unit who had breathing problems or were on a ventilator. Researchers compared different chest physiotherapy methods and positions to see which worked best for clearing the lungs. …

This study looks at whether being born too early changes the structure of the optic nerve, which sends visual signals from the eye to the brain. Researchers will compare eye scans from children aged 5 to 10 who were born prematurely with those born full-term. The tests are painle…

This study followed about 94 moderately premature babies (born at 30-32 weeks) from birth to age 2. Researchers tracked the types of bacteria in their guts and compared that to their thinking, movement, and social skills at age 2. The goal was to see if early gut bacteria pattern…

This study tested whether a 'teach-back' education program helps mothers of preterm infants breastfeed more successfully and bond more closely with their babies. The program asks mothers to repeat and demonstrate what they learn to ensure understanding. Researchers enrolled 102 m…

This study tested whether giving mothers of very premature babies (born 22-32 weeks) special education about developmental care helps them feel more confident and attached to their baby. 54 mothers participated while their babies were in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). T…

This study looked at 1,000 women who gave birth at age 45 or older to understand the risks and complications they face. Researchers examined issues like preterm birth, delivery complications, and how long mothers stayed in the hospital. The goal was to gather information to help …

This study looked at 2000 adults with early heart disease to understand how inherited high cholesterol (familial dyslipidemia) contributes to heart attacks. Researchers reviewed medical records to find patterns in cholesterol levels. The goal was to highlight the need for better …

This study followed 397 premature babies (under 32 weeks) who were given non-invasive breathing support. Researchers looked for early clues, like how much extra oxygen the babies needed, to predict which ones would later need a breathing tube. The goal is to help doctors decide e…