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Neonatal Skin

Unraveling Determinants of the Early Cutaneous Microbiome

March 16, 2020 By Katherine Devenport

Principal Investigator:

Jennifer Schoch, MD
University of Florida

Overview:

Prospective studies of the neonatal cutaneous microbiome are lacking. In this project, Dr. Schoch will collect weekly skin microbiome swabs from 25 very low birthweight infants in the neonatal intensive care unit. The goal of the study is to evaluate the impact of infant, maternal, and clinical variables on the longitudinal development of the cutaneous microbiome in the preterm neonate.

Status:

This study was funded through the 2018 Weston Career Development Award.

Filed Under: Neonatal Skin

Management of afebrile neonates with pustules

November 10, 2019 By Mike Siegel

Principal Investigator:

Christine Lauren, MD
Columbia University

Overview:

The aim of this retrospective, multi-center study is to document the current practices of pediatric dermatologists across North America and establish recommendations for the evaluation and management of afebrile neonates with pustulosis.

Status:

Data collection underway.

Filed Under: Active Studies, Neonatal Skin

Evaluation of skin care practices in the neonatal ICU setting

November 10, 2019 By Mike Siegel

Principal Investigator:

Christine Lauren, MD
Columbia University

Overview:

The Survey of Skincare in Neonates to Update Guidelines (SoSNUG) project proposes to assess the practices and protocols regarding neonatal skin care that are currently utilized in newborn nurseries and NICUs across the United States and Canada. Neonates are most often cared for by skilled physicians and nurses, however pediatric dermatologists have specialized training in caring for the skin of newborns. Although guidelines exist in publication, the reality of clinical practice does not necessarily correspond to recommendations. Based on preliminary data, there are many aspects of routine neonatal skin care that vary within and among medical centers providing care to newborns. As pediatric dermatologists, we wish to publish clear and informative guidelines for neonatal skin care to ensure a unified practice. In order to provide the most effective guidelines, as a first step we seek to improve our understanding of current practices in neonatal skin care by means of a survey.

Status:

Data collection underway.

This project received a 2019 PeDRA Study Support Grant to analyze complex survey results. Analysis is being done at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center for Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Research Design.

Filed Under: Active Studies, Neonatal Skin

Characterization of skin scarring in former premature infants

November 10, 2019 By Mike Siegel

Principal Investigator:

Wynnis Tom, MD
UCSD

Status:

Active design.

Filed Under: Active Studies, Neonatal Skin

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