Prevention of pain in neonates is critical because of the potential for harmful consequences. Neonatal anesthetic management requires an understanding of the pharmacophysiologic limitations of the neonate as well as the pathophysiology of coexisting surgical disease.¹ Although some neonates are extremely resistant to anesthesia, they are able to stand surgery for a fairly long period. However, there are numerous factors to consider, including: 

• Anemia and dehydration
• Induction of anesthesia, maintenance with or without an endotracheal tube, and positions of the patient
• Blood pressure and pulse
• Optimum temperature of the theatre and postoperative room²

If you want to learn more about the challenges of neonatal ventilation and how modern technology could support here, you can find more information here:

• Dräger Customer References – Archive
• Reference Case: Neonatal ventilation and anesthesia therapy
• Dräger Primus Family Neonatal Anesthesia Dräger Global

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