The aim of this study was to determine the feasibility and acceptability of collecting outcome data from parents of very low birth weight (VLBW) infants and to explore the psychological and social adaptation of fathers. Questionnaires were distributed to 38 parents of VLBW infants and 36 parents of term infants within a hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Field notes were also taken. Parents indicated collecting outcome data in this population was feasible and acceptable, but barriers and difficulties in data collection were identified, particularly for fathers. Furthermore, parents highlighted a lack of emotional support for fathers. In conclusion, research with parents of VLBW infants should happen with consultation, flexibility and measures designed specifically for this population.

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Abstract:Next-generation 3 Tesla MR scanners offer improved neonatal neuroimaging, but the higher associated radiofrequency radiation may increase the risk of hyperthermia.Safety data for neonatal 3T MR scanning are lacking. We measured rectal temperatures continuously in 25 neonates undergoing 3T brain MRI and observed no significant hyperthermic threat. Introduction:

Abbreviations:CD Cluster of differentiation CI Confidence interval CLD Chronic lung disease NHS National Health Service NK Natural killer PBMC Peripheral blood mononuclear cell