Treatment of neonatal jaundice - more than phototherapy and exchange transfusions

Volume: 15, Issue: 4, Pages: 175 - 185
Published: Jan 1, 2010
Abstract
. Jaundice is the most common reason for doing blood tests and starting therapy in newborn infants. In some neonates serum bilirubin levels may become excessively high, and in rare instances this may lead to brain damage ( kernicterus ). In such cases it is important to start treatment quickly. Herein we will discuss various approaches through which serum bilirubin levels may be reduced, thus potentially preventing brain damage. null null This...
Paper Details
Title
Treatment of neonatal jaundice - more than phototherapy and exchange transfusions
Published Date
Jan 1, 2010
Volume
15
Issue
4
Pages
175 - 185
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