The Incubator

Send us a textIn this engaging Journal Club episode, Ben and Daphna return to explore the latest research in neonatology. They begin with a pivotal clinical report from Pediatrics on updated algorithms for newborn screening of critical congenital heart disease (CCHD), highlighting simplified protocols and their significant impact on infant mortality. The discussion delves into screening challenges in the NICU, high-altitude settings, and for out-of-hospital births.Next, they discuss the CordSafe study from Australia, a phase 1 trial on the safety of autologous cord blood-derived cell administration for extremely preterm infants, aimed at reducing brain injuries like IVH. Daphna explains the rigorous methodology and promising early findings.Ben then reviews the STAT trial, which evaluates whether primary anastomosis offers better outcomes than stoma formation in NEC surgery. The results show significant reductions in TPN duration and intestinal complications with primary anastomosis.The hosts also discuss trends in PDA management and their surprising association with increased rates of BPD over the past decade, along with insights into evolving diagnostic and therapeutic practices.Finally, they analyze a Spanish study on elective extubation during skin-to-skin care, finding it to be a feasible and safe practice, potentially enhancing neonatal and parental outcomes.Don’t miss next week’s exciting interview with Dr. Keith Barrington! As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textSTAT trial: stoma or intestinal anastomosis for necrotizing enterocolitis: a multicentre randomized controlled trial.Eaton S, Ganji N, Thyoka M, Shahroor M, Zani A, Pleasants-Terashita H, Ghazzaoui AE, Sivaraj J, Loukogeorgakis S, De Coppi P, Montedonico S, Sindjic-Antunovic S, Lukac M, Hamill J, Choo CSC, Nah SA, Hulscher J, Emil S, Petersen A, Wijnen R, Sloots C, Sigalet D, Kiely E, Svensson JF, Wester T, Pierro A.Pediatr Surg Int. 2024 Oct 29;40(1):279. doi: 10.1007/s00383-024-05853-3.PMID: 39470842 Free PMC article. Clinical Trial.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textFeasibility and safety of autologous cord blood derived cell administration in extremely preterm infants: a single-centre, open-label, single-arm, phase I trial (CORD-SaFe study).Zhou L, McDonald CA, Yawno T, Razak A, Connelly K, Novak I, Miller SL, Jenkin G, Malhotra A.EBioMedicine. 2024 Dec 13;111:105492. doi: 10.1016/j.ebiom.2024.105492. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39674685 Free article.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textElective extubation during skin-to-skin care in preterm newborns is safe and well-tolerated.Morey-Olivé M, Romaní-Franquesa N, Echeverría-Gallart M, Céspedes-Dominguez MC, Camba-Longueira F, Montaner-Ramon A.Acta Paediatr. 2024 Nov 12. doi: 10.1111/apa.17496. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39530316As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textOccurrence and Time of Onset of Intraventricular Hemorrhage in Preterm Neonates: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Individual Patient Data.Nagy Z, Obeidat M, Máté V, et al. JAMA Pediatr. 2024 Dec. As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textChanges in Patent Ductus Arteriosus Management and Outcomes in Infants Born at 26 to 28 Weeks' Gestation.Kaluarachchi DC, Rysavy MA, Do B, Chock VY, Laughon MM, Backes CH, Colaizy TT, Bell EF, McNamara PJ.J Pediatr. 2024 Dec 26:114456. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2024.114456. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39732160As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textJoin Ben and Daphna on this week’s Tech Tuesday as they spotlight NICU2Home, an innovative app designed to support NICU families from admission through discharge. Guests Dr. Craig Garfield and Nicole Nyberg discuss the app’s evidence-based features, including tailored education, daily updates, and a dynamic roadmap for discharge milestones. NICU2Home enhances parental confidence, improves discharge preparedness, and strengthens social support, particularly in diverse populations. The team also highlights seamless integration with Angel Eye systems and how the app benefits NICU staff. Tune in to explore how NICU2Home is transforming care for families and providers alike. As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textIn this conversation, Leah and Morgan discuss the complexities of being a parent in the NICU, emphasizing the importance of finding one's voice and advocating for their child. Morgan shares her personal journey, highlighting the challenges and triumphs she faced while navigating the NICU environment. The discussion covers themes of power dynamics, the stigma of being labeled a 'difficult parent', the significance of family-centered care, and the necessity of self-care for parents. Ultimately, the conversation aims to empower NICU parents to embrace their role and advocate for their child's well-being.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textIn this special episode of the Global Neonatal Podcast, hosts Mbozu and Shelly-Ann take a reflective journey through the year, revisiting key insights from conversations with four inspiring change makers in newborn health: Dr. Kunda Kapembwa (Zambia), Dr. Clyde Cave and Dr. Gillian Birchwood (Barbados), Dr. Guilherme Sant’Anna (Brazil), and Dr. Pradeep Suryawanshi (India).Contact:  nicupodcast@gmail.comEpisode Webpage Link (includes links to previous Global Neonatal Podcast Episodes) : https://www.the-incubator.org/post/266-celebrating-connections-a-year-in-review-with-mbozu-and-shelly-annAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textIn this episode of the Incubator, hosts Betsy Crouch and David McCulley welcome Dr. Judy Aschner, a prominent neonatologist and physician scientist. Dr. Aschner shares her journey building a research career and emphasizes the importance of mentorship, determination, and collaboration across disciplines. She discusses her personal experiences that shaped her research focus, particularly in pulmonary hypertension and environmental health in neonatology. The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs of a career in medical research, underscoring the significance of intellectual curiosity and the impact of personal experiences on professional paths. Dr. Judy Aschner discusses her groundbreaking research on manganese levels in parenteral nutrition and its uptake into the brain of infants with prolonged exposure to TPN. She highlights the importance of understanding metal environmental exposures in the NICU and the collaborative efforts that led to successful grant writing for research projects. Dr. Aschner emphasizes the need for inclusivity in research, particularly for children with disabilities, and the significance of longitudinal studies in assessing long-term health outcomes. Additionally, she shares her passion for rock climbing as a means of maintaining mental and physical health amidst her demanding career.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!