With great sadness, we inform you of the passing on Aug. 29 of Desmond Henry, M.D., retired Children’s Health Anesthesiologist-in-Chief and Professor … [Continue Reading]
Question of the Week
Which of the following is MOST LIKELY to occur as a long-term sequela of painful procedures in the neonate?
A. Decreased biological response to subsequent painful procedures.
B. Lower stimulated cortisol response levels initially, followed by a reset of the endocrine stress response with higher cortisol levels later in life.
C. Equal cognitive, motor skills and growth scores compared to controlled counterparts not exposed to repeated painful procedures.
D. Decreased risk of secondary hyperalgesia.
