Increasing ambient operating theatre temperature and wrapping in polyethylene improves admission temperature in premature infants

Aim:  To improve admission temperatures of preterm infants ≤31 weeks gestation by increasing the ambient temperature in the operating theatre and wrapping in polyethylene wrap at caesarean section. Methods:  A review of admission temperature of infants with gestational age ≤31 weeks from January 200...

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Published in:Journal of paediatrics and child health 2008-06, Vol.44 (6), p.325-331
Main Authors: Kent, Alison L, Williams, Jeni
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Apgar Score
Bedding and Linens
Body Temperature Regulation - physiology
Cesarean Section
Environment
Female
Humans
hypothermia
Infant, Newborn
Infant, Premature - physiology
Male
Operating Rooms
operating theatre
Perinatal Care - methods
Polyethylene
premature
Retrospective Studies
Temperature
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Summary:Aim:  To improve admission temperatures of preterm infants ≤31 weeks gestation by increasing the ambient temperature in the operating theatre and wrapping in polyethylene wrap at caesarean section. Methods:  A review of admission temperature of infants with gestational age ≤31 weeks from January 2000 to July 2002 was performed. Between October 2002 and 2003 the ambient operating theatre temperature was increased to 26–28°C for deliveries ≤27 weeks gestation and to 25°C for deliveries ≥28 weeks gestation. From September 2004 to December 2005 the ambient theatre temperature was increased along with wrapping infants in polyethylene. A clinical audit cycle review of admission temperatures and early morbidity and mortality was undertaken. Results:  156 premature infants were included, 42
ISSN:1034-4810
1440-1754
DOI:10.1111/j.1440-1754.2007.01264.x