Barbara Brotschi

In this pilot study, we set out to measure the distribution and localization of support surface interface pressures in neonates in a PICU. This included mechanical testing of pressure peaks to compare the state-of-the-art foam mattresses used in the clinics and a new prototype air mattress. This preliminary work was performed in order to develop a prototype mattress to reduce PIs in this patient population. The hypothesis was that pressure distribution is more balanced on an air-filled mattress.

Objective To investigate treatment modalities for children with extremity indwelling catheter (EIC)- or cardiac catheter-related arterial thrombosis. Study design The treatment of consecutive cases of catheter-related arterial thrombosis (CAT) at our institution between 2002 and 2017 was analyzed retrospectively. Results A total of 242 CATs developed in 224 children. Of these, 125 (52%) were EIC-related and 117 (48%) were cardiac catheter–related.

Grass Beate, Brotschi Barbara, Hagmann Cornelia, Birkenmaier André, Schwendener Katharina, Adams Mark, Kleber Michael, Swiss National Asphyxia and Cooling Register a Division of Neonatology and Paediatric Intensive Care, University Children’s Hospital Zurich, Switzerland b Department of Neonatology and Paediatric Intensive Care, Children’s Hospital St Gallen, Neonatal and Paediatric Intensive Care Unit, St GallenSwitzerland c Department of Neonatology and Paediatric Intensive Care, Children’s...