Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5734100 | Journal of Surgical Research | 2017 | 28 Pages |
Abstract
Infants of lower GA and BW were more likely to receive an RBC transfusion before NEC, which was significantly associated with surgical intervention and an increasing risk of mortality. Judicious use of transfusions in premature infants may improve NEC outcomes.
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Authors
Kellie E. MD, Frances C. MD, Robyn RN, BSN, Kevin P. MD, Misty MD,