O IMPACTO DO MÉTODO MAMÃE CANGURU EM PACIENTES NEONATAIS – REVISÃO SISTEMÁTICA

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.554132611053

• Palavras-chave: Neonatal; Método Mamãe Canguru; Unidade de Terapia Intensiva.

• Keywords: Neonatal; Kangaroo-Mother Care Method; Intensive Care Units.

• Abstract: Objective: To analyze the positive and negative impacts of the Kangaroo Mother Care Method (KMC) in premature patients with low birth weight and extremely low birth weight. Methodology: A systematic literature review was conducted using the PRISMA Checklist model for analyses of patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), observing the application of the technique through the frequency and duration of interventions performed by the physiotherapy or nursing team in patients with low and extremely low birth weight. Results: A 45% improvement in neonatal patient care was observed after the inclusion of KMC when applied at least 2 to 3 times per week for periods longer than 2 hours, resulting in weight gain, stabilization of body temperature, and improvement in REM sleep quality. Greater strengthening of the mother–infant bond was also noted. Among the negative impacts of the technique, incorrect handling and lack of supervision during patient positioning and movement were highlighted, with repositioning recommended every 2 hours. Conclusion: KMC presents several benefits; however, staff insecurity and lack of resources are considered the main factors related to improper patient positioning in bed.