Paediatric Neonatology Flashcards
1
Q
Jaundice in first 24 hours
A
Pathological - sepsis
2
Q
Jaundice in preterm
A
Normal due to immature liver
3
Q
What is prolonged jaundice
A
>14 days in fullterm babies, >21 days in preterm babies
Due to biliary atresia, hypothyroidism or G6PD deficiency