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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is an unexpected death of an infant for which the cause remains unknown although it is thought to be related to the delayed maturation of the arousal mechanism and brainstem respiratory control.
SIDS Risk Factors
- Prematurity
- Apnea
- Maternal smoking
- Deficient prenatal care
- Perinatal asphyxia
- Infants age 2-4 months
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Prevention
It is always advised that infants should be put on their backs while sleeping.
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