How Does Prematurity Affect Anesthesia Management?
Premature infants require special consideration due to their underdeveloped physiology. They have an increased risk of complications such as bronchopulmonary dysplasia and intraventricular hemorrhage. Anesthetic management involves careful monitoring of oxygenation and ventilation, as well as judicious dosing of medications to avoid adverse effects on the immature brain and other organs.
