Premature babies, born before completing 37 weeks of gestation, require specialized care and attention due to their underdeveloped organs and increased vulnerability. At the Newborn Care Centre (NBCC) in Rajendra Nagar, Patna, Dr. Shrawan Kumar is dedicated to providing comprehensive care and protection for premature infants, ensuring their survival and healthy development.
Dr. Kumar begins by conducting a thorough assessment of each premature baby upon admission. Common challenges faced by preterm infants include breathing difficulties, feeding issues, low birth weight, and susceptibility to infections. Dr. Kumar tailors a personalized care plan to address these challenges, emphasizing meticulous observation and intervention.
To support underdeveloped lungs, Dr. Kumar ensures that preterm babies receive adequate respiratory assistance. Depending on the severity of respiratory distress, he employs techniques such as oxygen therapy, Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), or mechanical ventilation. For extremely premature babies, surfactant therapy may be administered to improve lung function.
Dr. Kumar focuses on maintaining the baby’s body temperature, as premature infants lack the fat necessary to regulate their own temperature. At NBCC, incubators and radiant warmers are used to create a stable thermal environment, ensuring the baby’s comfort and safety.
Nutrition is a critical aspect of preterm care. Dr. Kumar advocates for breast milk, which provides essential nutrients and immunity-boosting factors. If direct breastfeeding is not feasible, expressed breast milk or fortified formulas are administered. Dr. Kumar closely monitors the baby’s weight gain and overall growth to ensure nutritional needs are met.
Infections are a significant risk for premature babies, and Dr. Kumar prioritizes infection prevention through stringent hygiene protocols and timely vaccinations. He also educates parents about caring for their baby at home, empowering them to provide a safe and nurturing environment.
Under Dr. Shrawan Kumar’s expert care at NBCC, premature babies receive the specialized attention they need to overcome early challenges, paving the way for a healthy and thriving future.