Current Innovations Wright by Abbie Wright

Descriptive Title

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Breakthrough Treatment for Postpartum Depression

Source Details

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Cornett, E. M., Rando, L., Labbé, A. M., Perkins, W., Kaye, A. M., Kaye, A. D., Viswanath, O., & Urits, I. (2021). Brexanolone to Treat Postpartum Depression in Adult Women. Psychopharmacology bulletin, 51(2), 115–130.

Date Published

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March 16, 2021

Summary of the Current Innovation

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In 2019, the FDA approved an intravenous infusion treatment designed to treat postpartum depression specifically. This novel therapy, administered around the clock for 60 hours, uses a neurosteroid to control the brain’s response to stress. This treatment design is groundbreaking as it targets the signaling thought to be deficient in hormone-sensitive postpartum depression. Additionally, this treatment appears to show benefits very quickly, while traditional anti-depressants typically take two to four weeks to have a significant effect (Clevland Clinic, 2022).

Link and/or Embedded Video and Photos

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https://www.youtube.com/live/kxxP_bfk4YA?si=h85oYX9kaJJXjrGh

Pros

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Effects are almost immediate

One time treatment

Little side effects

Cons

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It can cause excessive sedation, dry mouth, and loss of consciousness.

Long treatment duration causes a need for child care.

Unclear how long effects will last.

Limited access due to the need to be monitored inpatient for 60 hours while the infusion is given.

Opinion and Rationale

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I think that this is a huge innovation because it could really help patients with PPD get the relief they need in a short amount of time. PPD is something that needs to be treated fast so that the mother does not hurt herself or the baby. Previous treatments, like a pill, take 4-6 weeks to work, and this could be the difference between a mother taking her life or her babies and a mother thriving as a new mom.

Using Strengths

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Restorative
Consistency
Futuristic
Relator
Deliberative
My strengths will help the team in several ways. Consistency is imperative in a team setting, and I am a strategic and unconventional thinker. I am also able to build strong relationships and adapt to any problem that may arise.

References

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Cleveland Clinic. (2022, February 16). Cleveland Clinic unveils top 10 medical innovations for 2022. https://newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/2022/02/16/cleveland-clinic-unveils-top-10-medical-innovations-for-2022

Commissioner, O. of the. (2019, March 19). FDA approves first treatment for post-partum depression. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-approves-first-treatment-post-partum-depression

Treat Postpartum Depression. Treat Postpartum Depression | ZULRESSO® (brexanolone) CIV. (n.d.). https://www.zulresso.com/

Teams

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Angelica- analytical

Carter- communication

Fernando- focus

Isabella- includer

Pablo- positivity

I chose Angelica because it is important to have someone on the team who can think strategically.

I chose Carter because communication is imperative for a team to work together to reach a common goal.

I chose Fernando because it is good to have people that can follow and take directions from others on the team.

I chose Isabella because she will help ensure everyone is included in the discussions and accept everyone.

I chose Pablo because group work and being tedious bring people into a bad mood if it isn't going well. he could lighten the mood and help everyone stay positive.