Premature babies at great risk of dying from sudden infant death syndrome: Study
The researchers found that infants born between 24 to 27 weeks had a more than three times higher chance than babies born full term of dying before their first birthday of a sudden unexpected infant death, which is comprised of SIDS and other sleep-related infant deaths.
Jun 27, 2017, 23:36 PM IST
Artificial womb for premature babies? This baby sheep is growing inside a plastic bag
The approach might one day help nurture and protect premature babies outside the uterus, providing a better chance for survival and eliminating the health risk of pregnancy.
Apr 26, 2017, 14:18 PM IST
Premature infants more likely to develop chronic kidney disease
Acute kidney injury (AKI), or a rapid decline in kidney function, is common in premature infants which leads to higher likelihood of dying or of needing an extended stay in the hospital.
Jul 29, 2016, 18:45 PM IST
