Apnées tardives du prématuré : facteurs de risque, traitement ambulatoire par citrate de caféine

Results Factors significantly associated were: birth weight < 1500 g, initial hypotension, gastroesophageal reflux, need for continuous positive airway pressure and multiparity. At home, no infant died and no adverse effect was reported by parents. Conclusion Persistent apnea can be responsible for prolonged hospitalization. Risk factors can be identified in some children. Discharging with treatment can be an alternative to their hospitalization. Mots clés Prématurés Apnées Caféine Keywords Caffeine therapeutic use Infant premature Apnea drug therapy