International Publication Success from IGU Nursing Department on the Care of Infants Undergoing Cardiac Surgery

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International Publication Success from IGU Nursing Department on the Care of Infants Undergoing Cardiac Surgery

A study authored by Research Assistant Dilara CENGİZLİ from Istanbul Gelisim University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing, and her advisor Assist. Prof. Selvinaz ALBAYRAK from Istinye University, has been published in the Journal of Pediatric Nursing, a journal ranked in the Q1 category in its field.

Turkey Publishes First Randomized Controlled Study on Kangaroo Care in Infants Undergoing Cardiac Surgery

The first and only randomized controlled study in Turkey examining the effects of Kangaroo Care on infants undergoing cardiac surgery has been published in a high-impact international journal. Titled “The Effect of Kangaroo Care on Vital Signs in Infants Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Study,” the research fills a significant scientific gap in the field of pediatric cardiac intensive care nursing.

Significant Improvement Observed in Intensive Care

The study found that Kangaroo Care, applied during the postoperative intensive care period following major cardiac surgery, positively influenced vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and body temperature. The findings demonstrated that the method enhances hemodynamic stability not only in premature infants but also in infants recovering from cardiac surgery.

A Safe and Effective Nursing Practice

The results revealed that Kangaroo Care reduces stress responses and strengthens physiological well-being during the postoperative period. Experts highlight that these findings provide an important reference for incorporating family-centered care practices into intensive care settings.

Guiding Clinical Protocols

As the first scientific evidence in Turkey on family-centered care within pediatric cardiac intensive care, the study stands out with its pioneering contribution. The data obtained are expected to guide updates to clinical guidelines and support the development of evidence-based care protocols.

A Valuable Contribution to International Literature

With its strong methodology and unique clinical contribution, the study offers a significant addition to the international pediatric nursing literature. Its publication in a high-impact, Q1-ranked journal underscores the global relevance of the findings.

Institutional Achievement for IGU Nursing Department

This study also marks a significant academic success for Istanbul Gelişim University. Conducted by Dilara CENGİZLİ, Research Assistant in the IGU Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing, and supervised by Dr. Selvinaz ALBAYRAK of Istinye University, the research was published in the Q1-ranked Journal of Pediatric Nursing, one of the leading journals in the field.

Citation and Article Link

Citation:

Cengizli, D., & Albayrak, S. (2025). The effect of Kangaroo care on vital signs in infants undergoing cardiac surgery: A randomized controlled study. Journal of Pediatric Nursing, 85, 823–834. ISSN 0882-5963.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pedn.2025.10.020

Article Link:
🔗 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0882596325003653

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