Prevention strategies for IVH include optimizing prenatal care to reduce the incidence of preterm birth. Administering antenatal steroids to mothers at risk of preterm labor can help mature the fetal lungs and reduce the risk of IVH. Postnatally, minimizing fluctuations in blood pressure and careful handling of the infant can also mitigate the risk. Research is ongoing to explore additional preventive measures such as pharmacological interventions and improved neonatal care practices.
