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The aim of this study is to determine whether children between 5-17 years born to women with an autoimmune disorder and prednisone use during pregnancy have chronically elevated cortisol levels compared to children born to women with an autoimmune…
To determine whether administration of exogenous surfactant using a minimally-invasive technique improves outcome in preterm infants 25-28 weeks gestation treated with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).
We aim to investigate the current practice of prenatal counseling amongst parents of extremely premature infants since the introduction of the new guideline in 2010. We will explore the contents and the practical aspects of the counseling.…
The aim of the trial is to obtain data on the optimal dose, feasibility and pharmacokinetics of bumetanide when given as an add-on treatment for seizures in full term babies with hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). Bumetanide will be given in a…
In this multicenter trial we compare resuscitation of preterm neonates with either 5 cm H2O PEEP or 8 cmH2O PEEP. We think resuscitation with 8 cmH2O PEEP results in a better outcome compared to resuscitation with 5 cmH2O PEEP.
Evaluation of the effects of intravenous lipid and extra amino acid supplementation from birth onwards to very low birth weight infants on amino acid turnover and protein accretion. As secondary objectives the safety, energy expenditure and short-…
The objective is to study the effectiveness of the Triple P program compared to a control group, for parents and their NICU-graduates with emotional and/or behavioral problems. Effectivenes concerns children's problems, parents' parenting…
To optimize the quality and cost-effectiveness of care for jaundiced neonates in the Isala Klinieken.
Primary objective: to study the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of paracetamol intravenously in preterm infants with a gestational age of less than 32 weeks:Secondary objective(s): to study the safety and dose-effect relationship of…
To find the most cost effective GBS prevention strategy to reduce neonatal morbidity and mortality by GBS for the Netherlands.
To compare neonatal mortality and short-term (advanced MRI indices of structural brain injury at 40 weeks* GA) and long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes (Bayley scales of infant development III [BSID-III] at 24 months) between two groups of very…
In this study we want to determine the most adequate parameters (clinical, echocardiographic, Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) and B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP)) to diagnose a hemodynamic significant PDA. A second objective is to gather normal…
This project aims to develop an evidence based effective and "safe" dosing regimen for commonly used life saving medicationsused in the treatment of asphyxiated, critically ill newborns, undergoing therapeutic hypothermia.To this aim the…
Study (population) pharmacokinetics of midazolam, morphine, phenobarbital and lidocaïne during therapeutic hypothermia for adequate dose adjustments.
To asses the effect of intermittent bolus nasogastric milk feeding versus semi-continuous milk feeding in preterm infants
This study-protocol is directed at the comparison of two accepted management strategies at both ends of the current treatment-spectrum of moderate hypoglycemia in 'high risk' newborns: an intensive treatment versus an expectant monitoring…
To determine the rate of transmission of prilocaine across the placentaTo determine the levels of methemoglobinemia in newborns after perineal block with prilocaine during labor (following the regimen used in our hospital)To determine the levels of…
The objective of the study is to contibute to the improvement of perinatal outcomes by means of optimisation of preconception care via child wish consulting hours at general practioner and midwife practices.
To investigate whether non-invasive ear magnetic acupuncture will help reduce pain and stress for preterm infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) during their routine eye examination for Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP).
Primary Objective: To assess the agreement between the heart rate assessed with a dedicated cap with integrated PPG-leads and standard ECG monitoring using regular neonatal thoracic electrodes as reference technique.Secondary objectives:Does…