Dexmedetomidine and midazolam usage and association with BSRI scores in preterm infants with chronic respiratory failure

Journal of Perinatology 2026 Open access

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Authors: John Mascari, Spencer M. Millen, Tanvi Batish, Karol Suarez, Susan M. Slattery, Megan Lagoski, Natalia Henner, Janice Raucci, Nicolas Porta, Karna Murthy
DOI: 10.1038/s41372-026-02567-3
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Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To quantify midazolam (MID) and dexmedetomidine (DEX) exposure in preterm infants with chronic respiratory failure (CRF) due to severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia (sBPD) and assess associations with Behavioral Signs of Respiratory Instability (BSRI) scores. STUDY DESIGN: Infants born

Fields of Study & Subjects

Neonatal Respiratory Health Research Anesthesia and Sedative Agents Pharmaceutical studies and practices

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Perinatology
Volume
46
Issue
4
Pages
612–616
Publication date
23 February 2026
Language
EN