#003 - Journal Club - The latest research in neonatology (March 3rd 2025)

In this third episode of The Incubator India Podcast, hosts Dr. Anita Singh and Dr. Akanksha Verma dive into some of the latest research and break it down for our community of neonatologists in India. From hypertension in preterm neonates to the role of probiotics in NEC prevention, they break down five important studies with direct application in clinical practice. They explore the urgent need for standardized hypertension protocols, the surprising gaps in probiotic adoption, and whether blood gas analyzers can replace traditional CSF glucose testing. The discussion heats up as they examine India’s rubella vaccination campaign, uncovering both major successes and critical immunity gaps, before wrapping up with an in-depth look at vitamin K prophylaxis—does a higher dose offer real benefits?Throughout the episode, Dr. Singh and Dr. Verma connect the dots between research and real-world practice, questioning how India can bridge the gap between data and daily neonatal care. With a sharp focus on evidence-based medicine, clinical impact, and policy evolution, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about shaping the future of neonatology in India.Tune in now for a fast-paced, insight-packed discussion that challenges the status quo!The articles covered on today’s episode of the podcast can be found here1. Das R, Nagpal R, Deshpande S, Kumar G, Singh A, Kallimath A and Suryawanshi P (2024) A survey on management practices of hypotension in preterm neonates: an Indian perspective.Front. Pediatr. 12:1411719.doi: 10.3389/fped.2024.1411719 2. More K, Hanumantharaju A, Amrit A, et al. (November 18, 2024) Use of Probiotics for Preventing Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Preterm Infants: A Survey of Current Practices Among Indian Neonatologists. Cureus 16(11): e73923.DOI 10.7759/cureus.73923 3. Jain A, Dutta S, Pal A, Kumar P. Neonatal CSF glucose measured by blood gas analyzer, glucometer, and standard laboratory methods. J Perinatol. 2024;44(12):1795-1799. doi:10.1038/s41372-024-02106-y4. Anne RP, Kumar J, Kumar P, Meena J. Effect of oropharyngeal colostrum therapy on neonatal sepsis in preterm neonates: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2024;78(3):471-487. doi:10.1002/jpn3.120855. Shanmugasundaram D, Viswanathan R, Winter AK, et al. Rubella immunity among pregnant women and the burden of congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) in India, 2022. Vaccine. 2024;42(24):126077.doi:10.1016/j.vaccine.2024.06.044 6. Natarajan AS, Delhi Kumar CG, Senthil Kumar GP, et al. One milligram versus two-milligram intramuscular vitamin K to prevent late-onset hemorrhagic disease in young infants: a randomized controlled trial. Indian Pediatr. 2025;62:116-20.   doi: 10.1007/s13312-025-3374-6.