Management of Apnoea in Extremely Preterm Infants: A European Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Episodes of apnoea are common in extremely preterm infants (EPIs) and usually treated with caffeine and respiratory support. Understanding differences in apnoea definitions, monitoring practices, and use of respiratory stimulants is essential to improve future treatment.

Methods

Between March and July 2024, one lead consultant at European tertiary neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) was invited to complete a web-based survey on respiratory practices in EPIs. We sought information how they defined apnoea and monitored for it, and how they treated it with caffeine, doxapram, and non-invasive respiratory support.

Results

We received replies from 447/721 (62%) NICUs across 24 European countries. Most NICUs (74%) use both electrocardiogram electrodes and pul

SUBMITTER: Lavizzari A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12668721 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature