Non-reassuring fetal status and anesthetic impact on cesarean section-delivered very-low-birthweight infants.

In our cohort of VLBW infants, NRFS was a significant risk factor for a low 5 min Apgar score, increased respiratory support requirement, and pulmonary hypertension. Accurate assessment of fetal well-being, timely delivery, and presence of a resuscitation team fully aware of perinatal conditions and anesthetic impact is important.