Abstract:Aims:We evaluated the role of packed red blood cell (PRBC) transfusion on the causation of necrotising enterocolitis (NEC) in neonates.
Methods:In a retrospective observational study (April 08-March 09), we compared neonates who developed NEC after PRBC transfusion (transfusion group) to neonates who developed NEC without blood transfusion (controls).
Results:Over the one year period, 20 neonates developed NEC (2/1000 live births). Gestation less than 30 weeks(75%) and birth weight less than 1500 grams (93.3%)… Show more
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