Publications by authors named "Aude Remy"
Eur J Pediatr
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Late postnatal steroids, specifically betamethasone (BTM), are given to extremely preterm infants to help them transition from invasive ventilation and reduce the risk of developing bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), while also addressing patent ductus arteriosus (PDA).
- In a study of 51 infants born before 29 weeks gestation, most were successfully extubated after receiving BTM, with nearly all showing closure or improved PDA status post-treatment.
- Although BTM treatment resulted in some transient side effects like hypertension and hyperglycemia, the findings suggest it may reduce the need for more invasive surgical options in this vulnerable population.
