Analysis of Down syndrome newborn outcomes in three neonatal intensive care units in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Hanna Gabriela da Cruz Alfaro Saint Clair Dos Santos Gomes-Júnior Renato Augusto Moreira de Sá Antonio Fernandes Moron

Published in: Revista da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992) (2024)

Newborns with Down syndrome are more likely to be admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit, and the length of hospital stay is longer due to complications related to congenital malformations common to this syndrome and prematurity.

Keyphrases

preterm infants
low birth weight
intensive care unit
pregnant women
healthcare
risk factors
gestational age
case report
mechanical ventilation
acute care
adverse drug
cord blood
preterm birth
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue