Are We Able to Prevent Neonatal Readmission? A Retrospective Analysis from a Pediatrics Department in Ploiești, Romania

Abstract

Background and Objectives: Early discharge after childbirth has led to a rise in neonatal readmission, thereby becoming a major concern in recent decades. Our research aimed to identify the risk factors and incidence of neonatal readmission and explore preventive measures. Materials and Methods: Our study at the Clinical Hospital of Pediatrics in Ploiești, Romania, included 108 neonates admitted during the neonatal period. Results: This accounted for 2.06% of all admissions (5226). The most prevalent cases were malnutrition (25%), fever (20.3%), and bronchiolitis (17.5%). Diarrhea and infectious gastroenteritis were also observed (14.8%), along with acute rhinoconjunctivitis (9.2%) and late-onset sepsis (3.7%). No deaths were recorded. The most significant characteristics identified were number of children (p p Conclusions: Our results confirm the effectiveness of a multidisciplinary team and endorse the promotion of breastfeeding. Implementing quality control measures and regularly evaluating the surveillance program will help improve its effectiveness.

Keywords

• neonatal
• readmission
• newborns
• pediatrics
• malnutrition
• breastfeeding