The role of perinatal protection of a fetus in preservation of the health of the nation

• Published in: Pediatricheskai͡a︡ farmakologii͡a︡ : nauchno-prakticheskiĭ zhurnal Soi͡u︡za pediatrov Rossii Vol. 20; no. 3; pp. 274 - 281
• Main Authors: Zavyalov, Oleg V., Ignatko, Irina V., Strizhakov, Aleksander N., Pasechnik, Igor N., Kardanova, Madina A.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Union of pediatricians of Russia 14.07.2023
• Subjects: critical fetal condition; intrauterine growth restriction; intraventricular hemorrhage; newborn respiratory distress syndrome; perinatal centers; perinatal medicine; perinatal morbidity; placental insufficiency; premature delivery; premature newborn
• ISSN: 1727-5776; 2500-3089
• DOI: 10.15690/pf.v20i3.2587

This review examines the international role of perinatal protection of a fetus in preservation of the health of the nation. Historical perspectives, present-day developments, and future priorities of perinatal medical science are given. The etiology of decompensated placental insufficiency and intrauterine growth restriction is considered. The authors also considered the epidemiology of premature delivery and perinatal outcomes, the problem of development, diagnosis and obstetric management in critical fetal condition is covered in detail. The current review of literature was conducted in order to advance the theoretical knowledge of specialists on modern complex issues of perinatal medicine. The considered practical aspects will contribute to the improvement of interdisciplinary interaction between clinicians of various specialties in the field of perinatal protection of a fetus and, through this, to the preservation of the health of the nation and the multiplication of future generations.