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Low and Sustained Doses of Erythropoietin Prevent Preterm Infants from Intraventricular Hemorrhage

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In addition to its hematopoietic function, erythropoietin (EPO) has demonstrated neuroprotective properties in preclinical studies, particularly in cases of reduced oxygenation or ischemia in the neonatal brain. While these findings have sparked optimism for its potential clinical application, the efficacy of EPO remains contentious in translational assays. Notably, while repeated administration of low doses of EPO has correlated with a decrease in adverse outcomes, the use of high EPO doses has shown either negligible or potentially detrimental effects on the incidence of brain injury. In this pilot study, we explored the effects of low and sustained doses of EPO (400 IU/kg) on the incidence of intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) in premature infants. EPO was administered intravenously three times a week until the infants reached 32 weeks corrected gestational age. Our results indicate a significant decrease in the incidence of IVH with EPO treatment. Although, this study does not provide conclusive evidence on EPO's ability to reverse established IVH, these results strongly support the need for larger-scale clinical trials to further assess EPO's therapeutic potential.

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Neonatal Respiratory Health Research

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FuenteRespiratory Physiology & Neurobiology
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Volumen331
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Páginas104363 - 104363
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ISSN1569-9048

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