Comparative analysis on the efficacy of antenatal corticosteroids in preterm newborns in a Kazakhstani Tertiary Care Hospital setting

Figure 1 Prevalence of respiratory distress syndrome in preterm newborns based on the extent of antenatal steroid prophylaxis. RDS: Respiratory distress syndrome.

Figure 2 The need for respiratory support in preterm newborns based on the extent of antenatal steroid prophylaxis. AV: Artificial/mechanical ventilation; CPAP: Continuous positive airway pressure.

Figure 3 The need for surfactant therapy in preterm newborns based on the extent of antenatal steroid prophylaxis. A: Surfactant therapy; B: No surfactant therapy.

Figure 4 Re-intubation in preterm newborns based on the extent of antenatal steroid prophylaxis.