A cornerstone reference for neonatal care, this edition provides evidence-based, practical guidance for managing newborns, particularly preterm and critically ill infants. Below is a structured overview:
Key Sections
General Management
Delivery room stabilization, temperature regulation, fluid/electrolyte management, and nutritional support (including human milk and fortifiers).
Emphasis on early intervention and prevention of complications (e.g., hypoglycemia, hypothermia).
Neonatal Disorders
Common Conditions: Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), jaundice, sepsis, neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS), and congenital heart defects.
Preterm-Specific Issues: Intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH), necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), and apnea of prematurity.
Emergencies: Persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN), neonatal seizures, and congenital anomalies.
Procedures & Supportive Care
Step-by-step guides for intubation, umbilical catheter placement, lumbar puncture, and chest tube insertion.
Developmental care strategies, pain management, and family-centered care principles.
Pharmacology
Dosing guidelines for antibiotics, anticonvulsants, surfactants, and inotropes.
Updates on drug safety and interactions in neonates.
Ethical & Legal Considerations
Guidance on end-of-life care, resuscitation limits, and shared decision-making with families.
Key Features
Quick-Reference Format: Bulleted content, tables, and algorithms (e.g., neonatal resuscitation, sepsis workup).
Evidence-Based: Incorporates latest AAP, ACOG, and WHO guidelines.
Visual Aids: Diagnostic imaging, diagrams, and phototherapy charts.
Updates in 8th Edition:
Advances in non-invasive respiratory support (e.g., high-flow nasal cannula).
Therapeutic hypothermia for hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE).
New sepsis protocols and antibiotic stewardship.
Enhanced focus on neuroprotection and long-term outcome
