Risk factors of kernicterus; a study in 312 icteric neonates
Background: Kernicterus, also known as bilirubin encephalopathy, is a neurologic syndrome resulting from the deposition of unconjugated bilirubin in the basal ganglia and brainstem nuclei. Indirect bilirubin is toxic for brain. Neurologic dysfunction (BIND) that include acute phase (hyperbilirubin e...
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Tehran University of Medical Sciences
2007-07-01
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| Series: | Tehran University Medical Journal |
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