This cohort study assesses the influence of hysterosalpingography with iodinated contrast on neurodevelopmental outcomes in children, revealing lower IQ scores in those conceived shortly after the procedure, warranting further investigation.
In very preterm infants, thicker retinal nerve fiber layer on OCT at 36 weeks’ postmenstrual age was associated with better motor and cognitive outcomes at 2 years, supporting retinal imaging as a potential early neurodevelopmental biomarker.
A new prospective cohort study suggests that retinal nerve fiber layer thickness on neonatal OCT at 36 weeks’ PMA may help predict 2-year motor and cognitive outcomes in very preterm infants.
A nationwide cohort study of 466,462 infants reveals that maternal pregestational diabetes significantly increases the risk of delayed developmental milestones, with type 1 diabetes conferring the highest risk and female offspring showing particular vulnerability across language, personal-social, and gross motor domains.
This review analyzes the association between in utero prescription opioid exposure and third-grade academic outcomes, highlighting a distinct risk signal for tramadol compared to codeine and oxycodone
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A comprehensive study highlights that over half of publicly insured children develop neurodevelopmental disorders within five years of infant cardiac surgery. While service utilization is high, a critical gap persists between initial screening and specialized evaluations required for optimal outcomes.
A secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial reveals that parent-led enhanced developmental intervention, beginning in the NICU and spanning two years, significantly improves executive function domains—including attention, inhibition, and problem-solving—in very preterm children by age seven.
Recent large-scale cohort studies suggest that previously observed links between prenatal exposure to acid-suppressants or antipsychotics and neurodevelopmental disorders are largely due to familial confounding. Conversely, active maternal eating disorders remain a significant risk factor, highlighting the critical role of maternal health optimization.
This large-scale study of 35,751 children characterizes ARFI phenotypes, revealing a 6.3% clinical prevalence and significant genetic heritability. Findings link ARFI to the ADCY3 locus and long-term neurodevelopmental difficulties, emphasizing the need for early identification and broad support interventions.
A Cochrane meta-analysis of six RCTs (3,451 infants) finds restrictive hemoglobin thresholds reduce transfusion exposure modestly with no detectable effect on mortality or neurodevelopmental impairment at 18–26 months.
Neonatal hydrocortisone treatment in preterm infants at high risk for bronchopulmonary dysplasia does not improve school-age functional outcomes, highlighting the persistent burden of developmental impairment despite intervention.
Secondary analysis of the PENUT trial found that acute kidney injury (AKI) in infants born at 24–27 weeks’ gestation is independently associated with death or moderate to severe neurodevelopmental impairment at 22–26 months' corrected age.
This study reveals the heterogeneous genetic architecture of impulsivity, uncovering diverse biological pathways linking it to neurodevelopment and psychopathology across the lifespan.
This article explores the link between prenatal and early postnatal lead exposure and adult anxiety and depression, emphasizing critical exposure windows and long-term mental health implications.
This study reveals that although individuals born preterm face higher risks of lower educational attainment, sociodemographic factors have a greater impact on long-term educational outcomes than prematurity itself.
This study demonstrates that the maturity of the early-life gut microbiome influences blood-brain barrier integrity and cognitive functions, highlighting a novel therapeutic target for neurodevelopmental disorders.
The PASSIoN study shows that intranasally administered allogeneic mesenchymal stromal cells in neonates with perinatal arterial ischemic stroke are safe up to two years and suggest better motor outcomes compared to untreated cohorts.
In utero embolization for fetal Vein of Galen malformation shows early promise in reducing mortality and neurodevelopmental delays, despite increased risk of preterm delivery.
