Risk Factors for Kernicterus in Neonatal Jaundice
Background: Kernicterus is a neurologic syndrome resulting from deposition of unconjugated bilirubin in the basal ganglia and brain stem nuclei. The aim of this study was to identify the risk factors for kernicterus in neonatal jaundice. Material & Methods: It was a cross-sectional study carri...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Gomal Medical College, D.I.Khan, Pakistan
2010-06-01
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Series: | Gomal Journal of Medical Sciences |
Online Access: | http://gjms.com.pk/ojs24/index.php/gjms/article/view/193 |