In what position should we be sleeping preterm infants in the NICU? [ 2015 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Flora Wong (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Stephanie Yiallourou ,  Prof Rosemary Horne

Brief description Preterm babies are at risk of brain injury caused by low cerebral blood flow and oxygenation. The prone sleeping position (lying on abdomen) has been found to decrease both cerebral oxygenation and blood pressure in healthy term babies, and is a major risk factor for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. However, it is common practice for preterm babies to be slept in the prone position.This study will examine the effects of prone vs supine positions on brain oxygenation in the preterm babies.

Funding Amount $AUD 409,742.08

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant