NICU Meconium Aspiration What is Meconium Aspiration? Meconium aspiration refers to a condition where a newborn infant breathes in his or her own meconium. When an infant is inside the uterus, … [Read more...]
NICU – Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
Posted to NICU: July 27, 2009
NICU Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR) What is IUGR? Intrauterine growth restriction is a condition when a baby is born much smaller in size than is normal for their gestational age. This … [Read more...]
NICU – Imperforate Anus
Posted to NICU: July 27, 2009
NICU Imperforate Anus What is an Imperforate Anus? An imperforate anus is the absence of the anus in an infant. This is a congenital defect that happens during development in the uterus. With … [Read more...]
NICU – Infant Hypoglycemia
Posted to NICU: July 27, 2009
NICU Hypoglycemia What is Hypoglycemia? Hypoglycemia is when the infant's blood sugar, or glucose levels, drop too low. The result is a lethargic baby, who may have less energy to move and … [Read more...]
NICU – Hydrops Fetalis
Posted to NICU: July 27, 2009
NICU Hydrops Fetalis What is Hydrops Fetalis? Hydrops Fetalis (hydrops) is an extremely dangerous condition in which the body of the fetus or infant has abnormal swelling from additional fluid … [Read more...]
NICU – Infant Hydronephrosis
Posted to NICU: July 27, 2009
NICU Hydronephrosis What is Hydronephrosis? Hydronephrosis is a condition in which there is an obstruction in the urinary tract, preventing urine from exiting the body. The narrowing can cause … [Read more...]
NICU – Infant Hydrocephalus
Posted to NICU: July 27, 2009
NICU Hydrocephalus What is Hydrocephalus? Hydrocephalus is a condition where there is a larger than normal amount of fluid in the brain. This fluid is called cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF. This … [Read more...]
Infant Hirschsprung’s Disease
Posted to NICU: July 26, 2009
NICU Hirschsprung's Disease What is Hirschsprung's Disease? Hirschsprung's disease is where ganglion cells, which are nerve cells, are not present in sections of the intestines that help with … [Read more...]
NICU – Infant Gastroschisis
Posted to NICU: July 26, 2009
NICU Gastroschisis What is Gastroschisis? Gastroschisis refers to when a baby is born with his or her intestines on the outside of the body. There is usually a very small opening in the … [Read more...]
Infant Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)
Posted to NICU: July 26, 2009
NICU Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD, reflux) What is Gastroesophageal Reflux? GERD is what happens when the contents of the stomach move back up, or reflux, into the esophagus after or while … [Read more...]
Infant Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Posted to NICU: July 25, 2009
NICU Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) What is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome? Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is a condition where a mother consumes alcohol during pregnancy, potentially causing birth defects and … [Read more...]
NICU – Infant Esophageal Atresia
Posted to NICU: July 25, 2009
NICU Esophageal Atresia What is Esophageal Atresia? Esophageal Atresia is when the upper part of the esophagus does not connect to the lower part. The upper end of the lower part of the … [Read more...]
NICU – Duodenal Atresia
Posted to NICU: July 25, 2009
NICU Duodenal Atresia What is Duodenal Atresia? Duodenal Atresia is where the beginning part of the small bowel (the duodenum) is closed, or potentially not present, disallowing stomach … [Read more...]
NICU – Diaphragmatic Hernia
Posted to NICU: July 25, 2009
NICU Diaphragmatic Hernia What is a Diaphragmatic Hernia? A diaphragmatic hernia is an opening in the muscle that separates the inner chest area from the inner abdominal area. While the baby … [Read more...]
NICU – Cystic Fibrosis
Posted to NICU: July 24, 2009
NICU Cystic Fibrosis What is Cystic Fibrosis? Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disease that causes the body to produce extra mucus, leading to potentially life-threatening complications. There is a … [Read more...]
