Factor associated with respiratory failure with early-onset neonatal sepsis
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Abstract
Early-onset neonatal sepsis is a severe and rapidly progressive condition in which respiratory failure is a common and potentially life-threatening manifestation. However, clinical and laboratory signs of respiratory failure in this group are often nonspecific, causing a challenge in early detection. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted at Vinmec Times City International Hospital to identify factors associated with respiratory failure in neonates diagnosed with early-onset neonatal sepsis. The results showed that the incidence of respiratory failure was 61.3% where 34.2% required oxygen support, 55.3% required CPAP, and 10.5% required invasive mechanical ventilation. Factors associated with respiratory failure included preterm birth, low birth weight, and a 1-minute Apgar score below 7, while routine laboratory parameters showed no significant correlation. These findings highlight the need for intensive respiratory monitoring from the early stages, particularly in high-risk neonates, to improve care and outcomes.
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Early-onset neonatal sepsis, respiratory distress, neonates
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