Precision medicine is already making strides in several areas of neonatology:
- Metabolic Disorders: Newborn screening programs can detect metabolic disorders like phenylketonuria (PKU), allowing for early dietary interventions that prevent severe complications. - Infectious Diseases: Tailoring antibiotic regimens based on the genetic profile of pathogens can improve outcomes in neonatal infections. - Pharmacogenomics: Understanding how a newborn's genetic makeup affects their response to drugs can help in adjusting dosages and choosing the most effective medications.
