CASE DISCUSSION
Case Discussion on Neonatal Jaundice
Presented India by Dr. Vishal ParmarViews
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Case Description
Neonatal jaundice is characterized clinically by a yellowish discoloration of the skin, sclera, and mucous membrane and is caused by high total serum bilirubin (TSB). Unconjugated bilirubin's negative effects on the central nervous system are particularly dangerous for preterm infants and those...
Case Summary
- Neonatal jaundice, or hyperbilirubinemia, is a common condition where total serum bilirubin exceeds the 95th percentile for age, resulting in yellow discoloration of the skin, mucous membranes, and sclera. It's prevalent in 60% of term and 80% of preterm babies during their first week of life, often requiring readmission after birth.
Speaker Profile
Dr. Vishal Parmar
MBBS, DCH, MRCPCH, Fellow in Neonatal Medicine, PGPN Bostan Pediatrician Mumbai, India.Dr. Vishal Parmar is a dedicated Pediatrician and Neonatal Medicine specialist with expertise in newborn care, neonatal intensive care, and pediatric health management. He holds qualifications including MBBS, DCH, MRCPCH, Fellowship in Neonatal Medicine, and PGPN Boston. Based in Mumbai, Dr. Parmar is known for his evidence-based approach to pediatric and neonatal care, with a strong focus on early childhood health, neonatal critical care, and comprehensive pediatric wellness.
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