• Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics
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• 제53권6호
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• pp.688-693
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• 2010

An increase in the number of preterm infants and a decrease in the gestational age at birth have resulted in an increase in the number of patients with significant bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) and secondary pulmonary hypertension (PH). PH contributes significantly to the high morbidity and mortality in the BPD patients. Therefore, regular monitoring for PH by using echocardiography and B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) or N-terminal-proBNP must be conducted in the BPD patients with greater than moderate degree to prevent PH and to ensure early treatment if PH is present. In the BPD patients with significant PH, multi-modality treatment, including treatment for correcting an underlying disease, oxygen supply, use of diverse selective pulmonary vasodilators (inhaled nitric oxide, inhaled prostacyclins, sildenafil, and endothelin-receptor antagonist) and other methods, is mandatory.

• Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics
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• 제63권1호
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• pp.3-7
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• 2020

High-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) is a relatively safe and effective noninvasive ventilation method that was recently accepted as a treatment option for acute respiratory support before endotracheal intubation or invasive ventilation. The action mechanism of HFNC includes a decrease in nasopharyngeal resistance, washout of dead space, reduction in inflow of ambient air, and an increase in airway pressure. In preterm infants, HFNC can be used to prevent reintubation and initial noninvasive respiratory support after birth. In children, flow level adjustments are crucial considering their maximal efficacy and complications. Randomized controlled studies suggest that HFNC can be used in cases of moderate to severe bronchiolitis upon initial low-flow oxygen failure. HFNC can also reduce intubation and mechanical ventilation in children with respiratory failure. Several observational studies have shown that HFNC can be beneficial in acute asthma and other respiratory distress. Multicenter randomized studies are warranted to determine the feasibility and adherence of HFNC and continuous positive airway pressure in pediatric intensive care units. The development of clinical guidelines for HFNC, including flow settings, indications, and contraindications, device management, efficacy identification, and safety issues are needed, particularly in children.

• 여성건강간호학회지
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• 제29권4호
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• pp.302-316
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• 2023

Purpose: This study aimed to develop and validate a structural model for the quality of life (QoL) among high-risk pregnant women, based on Roy's adaptation model. Methods: This cross-sectional study collected data from 333 first-time mothers diagnosed with a high-risk pregnancy in two obstetrics and gynecology clinics in Cheonan, Korea, or participating in an online community, between October 20, 2021 and February 20, 2022. Structured questionnaires measured QoL, contextual stimuli (uncertainty), coping (adaptive or maladaptive), and adaptation mode (fatigue, state anxiety, antenatal depression, maternal identity, and marital adjustment). Results: The mean age of the respondents was 35.29±3.72 years, ranging from 26 to 45 years. The most common high-risk pregnancy diagnosis was gestational diabetes (26.1%). followed by preterm labor (21.6%). QoL was higher than average (18.63±3.80). Above-moderate mean scores were obtained for all domains (psychological/baby, 19.03; socioeconomic, 19.00; relational/spouse-partner, 20.99; relational/family-friends, 19.18; and health and functioning, 16.18). The final model explained 51% of variance in QoL in high-risk pregnant women, with acceptable overall model fit. Adaptation mode (β=-.81, p=.034) and maladaptive coping (β=.46 p=.043) directly affected QoL, and uncertainty (β=-. 21, p=.004), adaptive coping (β=.36 p=.026), and maladaptive coping (β=-.56 p=.023) indirectly affected QoL. Conclusion: It is essential to develop nursing interventions aimed at enhancing appropriate coping strategies to improve QoL in high-risk pregnant women. By reinforcing adaptive coping strategies and mitigating maladaptive coping, these interventions can contribute to better maternal and fetal outcomes and improve the overall well-being of high-risk pregnant women.

• Neonatal Medicine
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• 제17권2호
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• pp.201-206
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• 2010

목적: 최근 미숙아에서 동맥관 결찰 술 후 설명할 수 없는 혈역동학적 불안정성에 대한 보고가 되고 있어 극소저체중아에서 동맥관 결찰술 후 발생하는 혈역동학적 불안정성의 위험 요인 및 임상 양상에 대해 알아보고자 하였다. 방법: 2002년 1월부터 2008년 12월까지 고려대학교 의료원내 3개 병원의 신생아 중환자실에서 치료 받은 재태 32주 미만의 극소저체중출생아에서 동맥관 결찰술을 시행 받은 환아 18명을 대상으로 하여 의무기록을 후향적으로 조사, 분석하였다. 수술 중 또는 수술 후 문제로 인한 혈역동학적 불안정성 이외에 설명할 수 없는 심폐 기능의 저하로 인공 호흡기 의존도의 증가와 혈압의 하강 등이 관찰된 환자를 혈역동학적 불안정군(hemodynamic instability group, HI)으로 정의하였다. 결과: 연구에 참여한 18명의 환아들의 재태 주수는 $27^{+6}{\pm}1^{+6}$주, 평균 출생 체중은 951${\pm}$245 g이었다. HI군은 7명(7/18, 39%)이었으며 혈역동학적 안정군(hemodynamic stability group, HS)은 11명(11/18, 61%)이었다. HS군에 비해 HI군은 출생 체중(1,033${\pm}$285 g vs. 821${\pm}$126 g, P=0.048)과 수술 시 체중(1,195${\pm}$404 g vs. 893${\pm}$151 g, P=0.042)이 작았으며, 재원기간이 길었고 (105${\pm}$29 vs. 141${\pm}$39, P=0.038) 심한 기관지 폐 이형성증의 빈도가 높았고(no/mild/moderate/severe, 2/5/2/2 vs. 0/1/2/4, P=0.038) 수술 전 $FiO_2$의 농도가 높았다(0.29${\pm}$0.06 vs. 0.38${\pm}$ 0.09, P=0.02). 18명 중 HS군에서 1명의 환아가 동맥관 결찰술 후 94일 째 패혈증으로 사망하였다. 결론: 극소저체중아에서 동맥관 결찰술 후 혈역동학적 불안 정성이 발생한 경우는 약 39%였다. 작은 출생 체중과 수술 시 체중, 수술 전 높은 산소 분압의 산소 투여가 동맥관 결찰술 후 혈역동학적 불안정성 발생의 위험인자가 될 수 있으며 아울러 혈역동학적 불안정성은 기관지 폐 이형성증의 유병률 및 중증도와 재원기간을 증가시킬 수 있음을 확인하였다.