1. Coagulation Disorders in the Newborn
- Author
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Jennifer Davila
- Subjects
03 medical and health sciences ,Pediatrics ,medicine.medical_specialty ,0302 clinical medicine ,business.industry ,030225 pediatrics ,Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health ,Coagulation system ,Medicine ,030204 cardiovascular system & hematology ,Vitamin k ,business ,Coagulation Disorder - Abstract
Coagulation disorders in the newborn are a challenge to caregivers. Abnormalities of the immature, complex coagulation system of the newborn can have life-threatening consequences. This review provides a summary of the most common newborn bleeding abnormalities faced by clinicians, as well as an approach to the diagnosis and management of these disorders.
- Published
- 2018