Publications by authors named "Stephanie Amendoeira"
Glucose is the primary substrate for energy metabolism in the brain and although the brain is dependent on a constant glucose supply for normal function, both local energy stores and the supply of alternate substrates are limited. In utero, the placenta provides a continuous supply of glucose to the fetus while transition to extrauterine life marks an abrupt change in substrate delivery and a major change in glucose metabolism where insufficiencies and disruptions can occur. Hypoglycemia is one of the most common biochemical disturbances in the neonatal period, affecting a wide range of neonates.
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- Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) can impact various systems in newborns, including neurological, renal, cardiac, hepatic, and hematologic functions, leading to both short-term and long-term effects.
- The condition, along with treatment methods like therapeutic hypothermia, can cause instability in blood flow and pressure, necessitating careful management of these infants.
- The article delves into the causes of hemodynamic instability following perinatal asphyxia, outlines recognition of hemodynamic issues, and discusses management approaches to enhance blood circulation and improve health outcomes for affected newborns.