Common Questions About Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip - American Family Physician
Dec 15, 2014 - Developmental dysplasia of the hip is a common musculoskeletal condition in newborns. Infants with developmental dysplasia of the hip, whether treated or untreated, have a higher incidence of early-onset hip osteoarthritis in adulthood. Evidence to support universal screening by ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/1215/p843.html
A Practical Approach to Neonatal Jaundice - American Family Physician
May 1, 2008 - Kernicterus and neurologic sequelae caused by severe neonatal hyperbilirubinemia are preventable conditions. A structured and practical approach to the identification and care of infants with jaundice can facilitate prevention, thus decreasing rates of morbidity and mortality. Primary ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2008/0501/p1255.html
Updated AAP Guidelines on Newborn Screening and Therapy for Congenital Hypothyroidism -...
Aug 1, 2007 - Guidelines on newborn screening and therapy for congenital hypothyroidism have been released by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Congenital hypothyroidism can cause mental retardation unless thyroid therapy is initiated within two weeks of birth.
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2007/0801/p439.html
CDC Updates Guidelines for Prevention of Perinatal Group B Streptococcal Disease - ...
Mar 1, 2003 - The National Center for Infectious Diseases (NCID) recently issued revised guidelines for prevention of perinatal group B streptococcal (GBS) disease. GBS disease remains one of the leading causes of newborn morbidity and mortality, resulting in an estimated 1,600 early-onset cases and ...
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2003/0301/p1121.html
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