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    Neonatology/Newborn Issues

    This collection features the best content from AFP, as identified by the AFP editors, on neonatology and newborn issues and related topics, including breastfeeding, circumcision, jaundice, newborn examination, newborn resuscitation, newborn screening, premature infant care, postpartum counseling, and well-child visits. New research may affect the interpretation and application of this material. Clinical judgment is advised. Note that AFP content published within the past two years is accessible to AAFP members and paid subscribers only.
    Categories
    Circumcision
    Jun 01, 2020 Newborn Circumcision Techniques
    Feb 15, 2004 Does Lidocaine-Prilocaine Cream (EMLA) Decrease the Pain of Neonatal Circumcision? [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
    Resuscitation of a Newborn
    Oct 15, 2021 Neonatal Resuscitation: Updated Guidelines from the American Heart Association [Practice Guidelines]   Alg
    Apr 15, 2011 Neonatal Resuscitation: An Update   Alg
    Sep 01, 2005 Room Air vs. Oxygen for Resuscitating Infants at Birth [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Infections
    Dec 15, 2021 Neonatal Early-Onset Sepsis Calculator [Point-of-Care Guides]
    Jun 15, 2020 Management of Fever in Infants and Young Children
    Aug 15, 2019 Ocular Prophylaxis for Gonococcal Ophthalmia Neonatorum: Recommendation Statement [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force]
    Jul 01, 2012 Prevention of Perinatal Group B Streptococcal Disease: Updated CDC Guideline   Alg   PtEd
    May 01, 2011 CDC Updates Guidelines for the Prevention of Perinatal GBS Disease [Practice Guidelines]   Alg
    May 15, 2002 Management of Newborns Exposed to Maternal HIV Infection   PtEd
    Mar 15, 2002 Neonatal Herpes Simplex Virus Infections   PtEd
    Jaundice
    Jun 15, 2023 Hyperbilirubinemia in Newborns: Updated Guidelines From the AAP [Practice Guidelines]   CME
    May 15, 2023 Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia: Evaluation and Treatment   CME   Alg
    Nov 01, 2020 Rebound Bilirubin Levels after Phototherapy in Neonates with Hyperbilirubinemia [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
    Apr 15, 2012 Neonatal Jaundice [Clinical Evidence Handbook]
    May 01, 2008 A Practical Approach to Neonatal Jaundice   Alg   DDx
    Heart Disease (Congenital) in Infants
    Apr 01, 2019 Pulse Oximetry Screening for Critical Congenital Heart Defects in Newborns [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Apr 01, 1999 Caring for Infants with Congenital Heart Disease and Their Families   PtEd
    Breastfeeding
    Aug 01, 2019 Skin-to-Skin Contact for Improved Duration of Breastfeeding [FPIN's Help Desk Answers]
    Sep 15, 2018 Breastfeeding: Common Questions and Answers   PtEd
    Mar 01, 2018 Effect of Pacifier Use on Duration of Breastfeeding [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Apr 15, 2017 Primary Care Interventions to Support Breastfeeding: Recommendation Statement [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force]
    Apr 15, 2017 Primary Interventions to Support Breastfeeding [Putting Prevention Into Practice]   Tool
    Jan 01, 2015 AAFP Releases Position Paper on Breastfeeding [Practice Guidelines]
    Feb 01, 2013 Impact of Breastfeeding Support [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Jul 15, 2008 Why Can't I Get My Patients to Exclusively Breastfeed Their Babies? [Curbside Consultation]
    Examination of a Newborn
    Mar 15, 2024 Newborn Skin: Part II. Birthmarks   CME
    Mar 15, 2024 Newborn Skin: Part I. Common Rashes and Skin Changes   CME
    Oct 15, 2023 Cryptorchidism (Undescended Testicle)   CME   Alg   PtEd
    Aug 01, 2019 Infantile Hemangioma: AAP Releases Guideline for Management [Practice Guidelines]
    May 15, 2012 Evaluation of Newborns with Preauricular Skin Lesions [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
    Feb 15, 2004 The Newborn Foot
    Jun 15, 2003 The Abnormal Fontanel
    General
    Sep 01, 2018 Feed Thickener for Newborn Infants with Gastroesophageal Reflux [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Feb 01, 2018 Effectiveness of Skin-to-Skin Care for Procedure-Related Pain in Newborns [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Aug 01, 2016 Acetaminophen for the Treatment of Pain in Newborns [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    May 01, 2012 Managing Adverse Birth Outcomes: Helping Parents and Families Cope   PtEd
    Nov 01, 2002 Common Issues in the Care of Sick Neonates
    Patient Education, Self-Care
    Sep 15, 2018 Helpful Tips for Breastfeeding [Information from Your Family Doctor]   PtEd
    Jun 01, 2017 Newborn Screening [Information from Your Family Doctor]   PtEd
    Dec 15, 2014 Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip [Information from Your Family Doctor]   PtEd
    May 01, 2012 Pregnancy Loss [Information from Your Family Doctor]   PtEd
    Hip Dysplasia (Congenital)
    Aug 01, 2017 Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip in Infants: A Clinical Report from the AAP on Evaluation and Referral [Practice Guidelines]   Tool
    Jun 15, 2015 Diagnosis and Nonsurgical Treatment of DDH in Infants Up to Six Months of Age: Recommendations from the AAOS [Practice Guidelines]
    Dec 15, 2014 Common Questions About Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip   Alg   PtEd
    Jan 01, 2013 Screening for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip in Newborns [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Sep 15, 2006 Screening for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip [Putting Prevention Into Practice]
    Jun 01, 2006 Screening for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip: Recommendation Statement [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force]
    Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
    Oct 15, 2017 Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders   DDx   PtEd   Tool
    Screenings for Newborns
    Jun 01, 2017 Expanded Newborn Screening: Information and Resources for the Family Physician   PtEd   Tool
    Jan 15, 2010 Universal Screening for Hearing Loss in Newborns: Recommendation Statement [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force]
    Jan 15, 2010 Universal Screening for Hearing Loss in Newborns [Putting Prevention Into Practice]
    Mar 15, 2009 Screening for Sickle Cell Disease in Newborns [Putting Prevention Into Practice]
    May 01, 2008 Screening for Sickle Cell Disease in Newborns: Recommendation Statement [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force]
    May 01, 2007 Universal Newborn Hearing Screening
    Respiratory Distress
    Dec 01, 2015 Newborn Respiratory Distress   Alg
    Oct 01, 2007 Respiratory Distress in the Newborn   Alg
    Premature Infant/Outpatient Care of Former Premature Infant
    Aug 15, 2014 Common Questions About Outpatient Care of Premature Infants   PtEd
    Editorials and Letters
    Aug 15, 2010 Bilirubin Screening in Newborns: What Should We Do? [Editorials]
    Jan 15, 2010 Universal Newborn Hearing Screening and Beyond [Editorials]
    Jul 15, 2008 Improved Breastfeeding Success Through the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative [Editorials]
    Mar 01, 2006 Effective Guidelines for Counseling Parents Before Discharging a Newborn [Editorials]
    Postpartum Counseling/First Well Child Visit
    Mar 01, 2006 Discharge Procedures for Healthy Newborns   PtEd
    May 15, 2002 Proper Use of Child Safety Seats
    Intestinal Obstruction
    Nov 01, 1999 Failure to Pass Meconium: Diagnosing Neonatal Intestinal Obstruction

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