Apnea of Prematurity Apnea is a term for the absence of breathing for more than 20 seconds. It can occur in full-term babies, but is more common in premature babies. The more premature the baby, the greater the chances that apnea will occur.
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) ECMO is a modified form of heart and lung bypass used on a temporary basis, and an alternative to conventional methods of life support.
First Aid for Poisonings In some cases, accidental poisoning of a child can be treated at home. In other cases, you will need emergency medical care. Learn more about first aid for poisonings in children.
Hypothermia Whole Body Cooling Whole body hypothermia provides cerebral (brain) protection for newborns affected by hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). Children’s National Hospital is the regional referral center for whole-body cooling (hypothermia) after newborns experience a hypoxic-ischemic injury.
Meconium Aspiration Syndrome Meconium aspiration syndrome occurs when a baby breathes in amniotic fluid containing meconium (a baby's first stools), which your health care provider will check for at birth. Read about this condition.
Premature Infant A baby born before 37 weeks of pregnancy is considered premature, that is, born before complete maturity. Learn more about this condition.
Sepsis or Septic Shock Sepsis is a term for severe infection that is present in the blood and spreads throughout the body. Learn more about this condition.