Abstract
Bleeding problems often occur during the neonatal period. Although thrombocytopenia is the most common cause, coagulation problems often occur, and the two problems may co-exist. The causes, diagnosis, and management of coagulation problems in newborn infants are reviewed.
MeSH terms
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Blood Coagulation Disorders / diagnosis
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Blood Coagulation Disorders / etiology*
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Blood Coagulation Disorders / therapy
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Coagulation Protein Disorders / etiology
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Hemophilia A / diagnosis
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Hemophilia A / etiology
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Hemophilia A / therapy
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Hemostasis / physiology
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Humans
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Infant, Newborn
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Vitamin K Deficiency / etiology
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von Willebrand Diseases / etiology