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.
Neonatal 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.
Hypothermia Whole Body Cooling Children’s National Health System is the regional referral center for whole-body cooling (hypothermia) after newborns experience a hypoxic-ischemic injury.
Meconium Aspiration Syndrome Meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS) occurs when a baby breathes in amniotic fluid containing meconium (a baby's first stools).
Premature Infant A baby born before 37 weeks of pregnancy is considered premature, that is, born before complete maturity.
Sepsis or Septic Shock Sepsis is a term for severe infection that is present in the blood and spreads throughout the body.