Central neonatal apnoea (Q45698)
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Central apnoea is a cessation of airflow > 20 seconds with loss of all respiratory effort. It is due to immaturity of the brainstem to control respiration. It is found in many premature infants and generally resolves by 36 weeks of age.
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| English | Central neonatal apnoea |
Central apnoea is a cessation of airflow > 20 seconds with loss of all respiratory effort. It is due to immaturity of the brainstem to control respiration. It is found in many premature infants and generally resolves by 36 weeks of age. |
