Pediatric Neonatology
A section of Children (ISSN 2227-9067).
Section Information
The Pediatric Neonatology Section welcomes submissions pertaining to the comprehensive care, both short and long-term, of high-risk neonates. This encompasses infants ranging from extreme preterm to term infants with conditions arising from birth or congenital challenges. Submissions may also delve into antenatal management, provided they sufficiently address the neonatal component. Accepted articles are encouraged to explore various aspects, such as care management, supportive measures, long-term outcomes, and the epidemiology and impact of preterm or high-risk births on both the infant and the family, as well as the broader healthcare system on a global scale.
We particularly value clinical trials and observational studies, including cohort and case–control studies. While we have a preference for these study designs, systematic reviews and meta-analyses are also welcome, given that they adhere to robust methodological standards. We look forward to contributions that enhance our understanding of neonatal care and contribute valuable insights to the field.
Keywords
- Preterm birth
- Extreme preterm infant ≤ 28 weeks
- Care of the very preterm infant ≤ 24 weeks
- Respiratory management
- Management and impact of the Patent ductus arteriosus
- Nutrition support
- Growth of the preterm infant
- Neurological management
- Feeding
- Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
- Long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes
- Family support for the high-risk infant
- Impact on family dynamics
- Impact on the health care system
- Family-centered care
Editorial Board
Topical Advisory Panel
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Advancing Lactation Research: Innovations, Challenges and Global Perspectives (Deadline: 5 May 2026)
- Screening and Diagnostics of Fetal and Neonatal Malformations (Deadline: 15 May 2026)
- Promoting Breastfeeding and Human Milk in Infants (2nd Edition) (Deadline: 1 June 2026)
- Advances in Neonatal Transfusion: Risk Factors and Outcome (Deadline: 5 June 2026)
- Neonatal Hemodynamics: From Advanced Monitoring to Improved Physiology-Driven Care (Deadline: 20 June 2026)
- Saving Little Lives—Reducing Preterm and Low-Birth-Weight Mortality (Deadline: 25 June 2026)
- Advances in Intensive Care for Critically Ill Neonates: Clinical Diagnosis and Treatment (Second Edition) (Deadline: 30 June 2026)
- Advances in Neonatal Cardiovascular Health (Deadline: 30 July 2026)
- Advances in Neonatal Cardiorespiratory Care (Deadline: 30 July 2026)
- Neonatal Resuscitation: Current Updates and Global Perspectives (Deadline: 5 August 2026)
- Outcomes and Ongoing Challenges of Preterm Birth: Advances in Care, Research, and Long-Term Health (Deadline: 20 August 2026)
- Surgical Neonates: Challenges, Innovations, and Long-Term Outcomes (Deadline: 20 August 2026)
- Diagnosis and Management of Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome (2nd Edition) (Deadline: 25 August 2026)
- Neonatal Brain Injury and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes: Prediction, Assessment, and Interventions (Deadline: 10 September 2026)
- Prenatal Screening and Diagnosis: Fetal Medicine Perspectives (Deadline: 1 October 2026)
- Advancing the Management of Neonatal Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (Deadline: 15 October 2026)
