Stosowanie premedykacji przed intubacjÄ dotchawiczÄ na oddziałach intensywnej terapii noworodka w Polsce

The majority of units for intensive neonatal care in Poland do not use any premedication before intubation despite a clear evidence of its practical and physiological benefits. Midazolam is administered most commonly. Premedication is more popular amongst term neonates. There is a lack of written formal protocol for premedication.