neonatology obstetrics-gynaecology
APGAR Score
Standardised assessment of newborn condition at 1 and 5 minutes after birth. Five parameters scored 0–2. Score ≥7 = good condition; 4–6 = moderate concern; ≤3 = requires immediate resuscitation. Does NOT predict long-term neurological outcome.
References
- Apgar V. A proposal for a new method of evaluation of the newborn infant. Anesth Analg. 1953;32(4):260–267.
Related
Curated clinical cross-links plus same-class fallbacks.
Calculators
Drugs
- Lipid Emulsion 20% (Intralipid) · Antidote / Resuscitation
- Lipid Emulsion 20% (Intralipid) · Antidote / Resuscitation
- Rozanolixizumab · Neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) antagonist
- Efgartigimod alfa · Neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) blocker
- Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate / Progesterone (Preterm Birth Prevention) · Progestogen (Preterm Birth Prevention)
- Phenobarbital (Paediatric Epilepsy — Beyond Neonatal) · Barbiturate Anticonvulsant
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