[Sensory stimulations for the treatment of idiopathic apneas of prematurity]. / Traitement des apnées idiopathiques du prématuré par stimulations sensorielles.
Arch Pediatr
; 14(5): 485-9, 2007 May.
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| ID: mdl-17320360
ABSTRACT
Idiopathic apneas of prematurity remain an alarming problem in neonatology. Long-term effects on neurological development cannot be excluded. Two principal treatments are currently applied to prevent apneic attacks analeptics (methylxanthines and doxapram) and continuous positive airway pressure. Several studies suggest the use of sensory stimulations for curative or preventive treatments. Protocols of tactile, kinesthetic and auditory stimulations are described and their respective efficacy is discussed. We also resume a recent preliminary study which suggested the use of an olfactory stimulation as preventive treatment. A beneficial effect, specifically on apnea associated with severe bradycardia, was observed. Complementary studies are necessary to confirm the benefit of such sensory stimulations for apneas of prematurity, and, if so, to allow clinical applications.
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Assunto principal:
Apneia
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Tato
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Estimulação Acústica
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Doenças do Prematuro
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Odorantes
Tipo de estudo:
Guideline
Limite:
Humans
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Infant
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Newborn
Idioma:
Fr
Revista:
Arch Pediatr
Ano de publicação:
2007
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Article