Systematic review and meta-analysis suggest that Kangaroo position protects against apnoea of prematurity.

Adriana Del Pilar Montealegre-PomarAdriana BohorquezNathalie Charpak

Published in: Acta paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992) (2020)

The Kangaroo position could have protective effect against apnoea events in preterm infants, decreasing the associated risk of death or long-term disability.

Keyphrases

preterm infants
low birth weight
positive airway pressure
obstructive sleep apnea
multiple sclerosis
sleep apnea
preterm birth