The effect of vibrotactile stimulation on hypoxia-induced irregular breathing and apnea in preterm rabbits.
Sophie J E CramerJanneke DekkerMichelle K CroughanKatie L LeeKelly J CrossleyErin V McGillickTessa MartherusMartha ThioMegan J WallaceMarcus J KitchenStuart B HooperArjan B Te PasPublished in: Pediatric research (2024)
Anticipated vibrotactile stimulation can prevent apnea and stimulate breathing effort in preterm rabbits. Anticipated vibrotactile stimulation increases the likelihood of breathing rate recovery following hypoxia induced irregular breathing, when compared to reactive stimulation. Automated stimulation in combination with predictive algorithms may improve the treatment of apnea in preterm infants.