Year: 2026
Type: review
Abstract: Infants born before 24 weeks' gestational age face unique challenges compared to more mature preterm infants. This includes a higher risk of infection, which remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Over the last two decades, advancements in neonatal care have resulted in higher rates of survival. However, invasive bacterial and fungal infections continue to pose significant threats. This narrative review highlights the epidemiology, microbiology, and related outcomes of bacterial and fungal infections in infants born before 24 weeks' gestational age. This review also discusses major knowledge gaps in infection epidemiology, prevention, and management, highlighting the need for more robust international data and innovative strategies to address the unique vulnerabilities of these infants.
Source: Journal of Perinatology
Institutions: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania, Rowan University, University Hospital Cologne, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, University of Iowa, Kyorin University, Woman’s Hospital of Texas, National Center For Child Health and Development, Uppsala University, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Nationwide Children's Hospital
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $4,790
Award: G4014916972
OpenAlex ID: W7129087952