What is Meconium?
Meconium refers to tar, sticky and dark green fabric that lines the intestines of the baby before they are born. Generally, Meconium does not get into the movement of the child's intestines until the child is born. Sometimes a meconium may pass while the child is still in the uterus. This becomes worrying, especially if the meconium is strong, because the child is at risk of aspiration of the lungs when this happens. Usually a meconium, which is modest for a child, is a low risk. However, when it is thick, it can damage the lung function. When this happens, the healthcare provider stands with a tool referred to as Delee suction. This apparatus can dispose of a meconium from the lungs of the child before breathing for the first time, which may prevent aspiration. In general, when evidence of meconium is present, the child will be more intensenly monitored for fetal need.
How the work process progresses and unusual heart rate or breathing rate tells healthcare workers, ŽThe child is in fetal distress, the birth of caesarean section can be guaranteed. However, if surgery is not required, it may be necessary to rush fast delivery using a vacuum extraction device or pliers. When Meconium is aspired or inhaled in the lungs of the newborn, it is referred to as a meconium aspiration. This can lead to infections such as pneumonia, and guarantee a stay in an intensive care unit of newborns.
Generally treatment of aspiration Meconium or chemical pneumonia requires treatment of antibiotics. In addition, the child may need oxygen therapy to help breathe until it can breathe without assistance. Because these children can be ill quickly, their conditions must be carefully monitored. This type monitoring can include a heart monitor and frequent blood tests to measure the function of heart, kidneys and lungs.
The length of stay in the neonatal unit of intensive care or nicu depends on the severity and extent of the condition. The child can remain in the unit from a few days to many tádnů. The neonatal patient usually performs complete recovery without permanent effects. Sometimes, however, there may be permanent respiratory effects that may require periodic monitoring and medical evaluation. However, Meconia is not unusual, but must be carefully monitored and treated to reduce the risk of complications.