#NEC SYMPOSIUM - Open Mic w Darren Bodkin
08/29/23 • 12 min
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What if a diagnosis deemed to be a death sentence was not? That's precisely what Darren from the University of Pittsburgh Mental Center is here to discuss with us. He shares his fascinating research, redefining the narrative around nec totalis - a condition widely believed to be incompatible with life. Darren's data, spanning from 2010 to 2022, illustrates a different reality. Among 494 diagnosed cases, there were survivors, challenging the gloom-and-doom prognosis often associated with this diagnosis.
The conversation takes a deeper turn as we explore the ethical implications of providing life-sustaining therapy for necrotizing enterocolitis totalis. Darren emphasizes the need for center-specific treatment plans and open dialogue with families about potential therapeutic options, despite the survival rate being low. We also delve into the improvements in nec totalis care and discuss the significance of intestinal transplants. Don't miss this enlightening discussion where we redefine the boundaries of what was once thought impossible. Darren's insights will surely make you question conventional medical wisdom and show you the true power of relentless research and innovation.
As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: [email protected]. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below.
Enjoy!
What if a diagnosis deemed to be a death sentence was not? That's precisely what Darren from the University of Pittsburgh Mental Center is here to discuss with us. He shares his fascinating research, redefining the narrative around nec totalis - a condition widely believed to be incompatible with life. Darren's data, spanning from 2010 to 2022, illustrates a different reality. Among 494 diagnosed cases, there were survivors, challenging the gloom-and-doom prognosis often associated with this diagnosis.
The conversation takes a deeper turn as we explore the ethical implications of providing life-sustaining therapy for necrotizing enterocolitis totalis. Darren emphasizes the need for center-specific treatment plans and open dialogue with families about potential therapeutic options, despite the survival rate being low. We also delve into the improvements in nec totalis care and discuss the significance of intestinal transplants. Don't miss this enlightening discussion where we redefine the boundaries of what was once thought impossible. Darren's insights will surely make you question conventional medical wisdom and show you the true power of relentless research and innovation.
As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: [email protected]. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below.
Enjoy!
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#NEC SYMPOSIUM - 📚 Ravi Patel - Untangling the Complexities of NEC Management & Advocating Probiotic Use for Prevention
Get ready to be enlightened as we sit down with the insightful Ravi Patel, a key figure in the Neck Society, to untangle the complexities of Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) management. Tune in to hear Patel's take on the pressing need for standardized care amidst the uncertainties of NEC treatment; he shares thought-provoking insights into the duration of antibiotic treatment and the timing of feeding resumption. As we journey back in time, Patel offers a fascinating perspective on the historical context of antibiotic choices and the hurdles of decision-making in a landscape devoid of recent trials.
As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: [email protected]. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below.
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#NEC SYMPOSIUM 2023 - Open Mic with 👩⚕️ Geoanna Bautista
Geoanna Bautista is an assistant professor and neonatologist at UC Davis. Geoanna's conversation is a testament to the power of collaboration in tackling neonatal diseases. As she highlights, the need to work with peers, stakeholders, and merge the basic scientists and clinical researchers' work is vital. Geoanna's insights on the gut's role in various diseases and the potential of big data and artificial intelligence in this field are thought-provoking. Brace yourself for a deep dive into the world of neonatology as she touches on the revolutionary ideas being translated into practice and her anticipation for the future developments in the field.
As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: [email protected]. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below.
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The Incubator - #NEC SYMPOSIUM - Open Mic w Darren Bodkin
Transcript
Hello everybody , Welcome back . We are joined with Darren . Darren , get closer to the mic . We want to hear your voice .
Speaker 1Tell us where you're coming from .
Speaker 2Good day everyone . I'm coming from Pittsburgh .
Speaker 1Very cool .
Speaker 2If you like this episode you’ll love
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