Methods for predicting and treating necrotizing enterocolitis in neonates
US10085651B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 13, 2013 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 27, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/7275
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments are presented herein that provide early prediction of the development of necrotizing enterocolitis by a preterm infant through analysis of the high frequency component of heart rate variability, optionally with analysis of respiration rate. Methods of treatment following prediction area also reported.
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