Delivery Room Handling of the Newborn: Filling the Gaps.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Newborn resuscitation algorithms have since the turn of the century been more evidence-based. In this review, we discuss the development of American Heart Association (AHA) and the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR)'s algorithm for newborn resuscitation from 1992-2024. We have also aimed to identify the remaining gaps in non-evidenced practice.

Summary

Of the 22 procedures reviewed in the 2020 ILCOR recommendations, the evidence was either low, very low, or non-existing. The strength of recommendation is weak or non-existing for most topics discussed. Several knowledge gaps are also summarized. The special challenge for low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) is discussed.

Key messages

Newborn resuscitation is still not evidence-based,

SUBMITTER: Saugstad OD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11446302 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature