Hylke Salverda

What is already known on this topic • Automated oxygen controllers, including the ones utilised in this study, increase A time spent within the oxygen saturation target range compared with manual control. • Hypoxaemia and hyperoxaemia have been linked to morbidity and mortality in preterm infants. What this study adds • The period in which the OxyGenie controller was used was associated with less laser treatment for ROP and a shorter stay in the NICU. • The period in which the OxyGenie controller was used was associated with less invasive ventilation and continuous positive airway pressure days How this study might affect research, practice or policy • The currently used definition for BPD may not be suitable when automated T oxygen control is used • Choice of automated oxygen controller may be associated with clinical outcome, C a large randomised trial is warranted.

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