Ariana Boswell

All articles by Ariana Boswell

• High frequency ultrasounds can detect fluid buildups on brain

  A high frequency ultrasound can reveal a buildup of fluid surrounding the brains of infants a recent study found.

• Review highlights the transforming landscape of neonatal care

  A review describes advancements in stem cell therapy, artificial womb technology and telehealth, which may improve care for FNAIT.

• Case report: Romiplostim may be a safe alternative to platelet transfusions

  A recent report described three cases of infants with thrombocytopenia who were successfully treated with romiplostim.

• Case report: Early intervention vital in managing fetal-maternal hemorrhage

  Fetal maternal hemorrhage, a potential cause of FNAIT, must treated as soon as possible, a recent case report and literature review found.

• Study links necrotizing enterocolitis to a lower risk of adult asthma

  A recent study identified a pathway linking necrotizing enterocolitis, a complication of FNAIT, to reduced asthma severity in adulthood.

• Emerging anti-FcRn therapies show promise in FNAIT

  A recent review highlights the potential of targeting the neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) in several diseases, including FNAIT.

• Mothers affected by FNAIT report strain on mental, physical health

  In a recent study of mothers of FNAIT-affected children, anxiety was the most common psychological symptom reported.

• Study: ICH in infants leads to poor neurological outcomes

  Patients diagnosed with intracranial hemorrhage pre- and postnatally may have an elevated risk of neurological and behavioral impairment.

• New gene variant linked to severe thrombocytopenia

  A recent case report describes a newborn with severe thrombocytopenia who was found to have a novel mutation in the MECOM gene.

• Expert panel develops guidelines for FNAIT management

  A group of obstetricians, pediatricians and other healthcare professionals reached a consensus on several aspects of FNAIT care.