Journal Club - Should We Stop Routine Car Seat Testing for Preterm Infants?
The Incubator Channel · 31 Mar 2026 · 16 min
Summary
Ben and Daphna from The Incubator review a JAMA Network Open systematic review and meta-analysis questioning whether predischarge car seat tolerance screening for preterm infants reduces mortality or readmissions. They discuss high failure rates, inconsistent definitions of bradycardia and desaturation, prolonged NICU stays, and the practical value of checking parents have an appropriate car seat at discharge.
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