, 2021
For over four decades, Avery & MacDonald’s Neonatology has been a cornerstone resource for understanding the complexities of newborn care. This eighth edition continues the legacy established by Drs. Gordon B. Avery and Mhairi G. MacDonald, offering insights into the pathophysiology and management of both preterm and full-term neonates. The book is designed for neonatologists, neonatology fellows, pediatricians, neonatal nurse practitioners, and ob/gyn practitioners, providing a comprehensive understanding of newborn health from a global perspective.
This edition features three new lead editors and incorporates numerous new chapters with reorganized and updated content, reflecting the latest advancements in the field. It emphasizes a global approach to neonatology, addressing the challenges and opportunities of providing care in diverse settings. The text integrates practical advice on treating neonates worldwide, considering various international guidelines and resource limitations. It explores the impact of maternal factors, newborn stabilization, common newborn issues, pharmacology, and post-discharge care, ensuring a holistic approach to newborn management.
The book delves into recent advances in neonatology, including fetal surgery, global health considerations, molecular genetics, immunology and inflammation, thermoregulation, palliative care, imaging techniques, and genetic abnormalities. It also reflects new research findings on the impact of maternal drug use on newborns, nutritional strategies, pulmonary disorders, discharge planning protocols, and the specific care requirements of preterm and small for gestational age infants. Furthermore, it addresses contemporary ethical concepts in neonatal care, family-integrated care models, early life determinants of life course disease, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on neonatal care practices.