TEF and Associated Anomalies: A Comprehensive Clinical Insight

1. Introduction of OA and TEF: · VACTER acronyms used to described associated abnormalities- vertebral defects, imperforated anus, cardiac defects, and renal congenital anomalies. ·  Approximately 50% of the cases of OA and TEF are a component of VACTER. ·  At 4th or 5th weeks of gestation, separation of respiratory tract from the esophagus 2. What is the […]

Prevention of hypothermia: To prevent neonatal hypothermia, the labour room should be maintained at an ambient temperature of at least 25°C, ensuring no drafts of air by keeping windows and doors closed. A temperature range of 25-28°C for 10-20 minutes is ideal. Immediately after birth, the newborn should be dried thoroughly, placed in skin-to-skin contact […]