Guideline
Developmental follow-up of children and young people born preterm
- Allied health
- Developmental care and positioning
- Families and professional practice
- Family-integrated care
- Medical
- Neurodevelopmental follow-up
- Neurology
- Nursing
- Quality improvement
This guideline is from 2017, more than five years ago. Check whether a newer version exists and which version your unit follows.
Summary
This NICE guideline (NG72) covers developmental follow-up of babies, children and young people under 18 who were born preterm (before 37+0 weeks). It describes the risk and prevalence of developmental problems and disorders and specifies the additional assessments and support preterm-born children may need. Key themes include information and support for parents and carers, who should receive enhanced developmental support and surveillance, how it should be delivered and by whom, and neonatal audit.
Summary written for NICUlearn. Always read the original.
- Licence:
- Summary and link only
Guidelines are shown for education. Follow your unit's own guidance and senior advice.