21. Washington Fax 07/30/2001 Reprint kernicterus is a lifelong neurological syndrome caused by severe and untreated hyperbilirubinemia during the infant's neonatal period. http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

22. MedlinePlus Enciclopedia Médica: Incompatibilidad RH Translate this page El kernicterus es un síndrome neurológico causado por depósitos de bilirrubina en Tanto la hidropesía fetal como el kernicterus representan condiciones http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/spanish/ency/article/001600.htm

@import url(/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Omita y vaya al Contenido Otros temas: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Incompatibilidad RH Contenido: Nombres alternativos Definici³n Causas, incidencia y factores de riesgo S­ntomas ... Exanguinotransfusi³n - Serie Nombres alternativos Volver al comienzo Enfermedad hemol­tica del neonato inducida por Rh; hidropes­a fetal Definici³n Volver al comienzo La incompatibilidad Rh es una condici³n que se desarrolla cuando existe una diferencia en el tipo de sangre Rh de la mujer embarazada (Rh negativo) y el del feto (Rh positivo). Causas, incidencia y factores de riesgo Volver al comienzo Durante el embarazo, los gl³bulos rojos del feto pueden pasar al torrente sangu­neo de la madre a medida que ella lo alimenta a trav©s de la placenta. Si la madre es Rh negativo, su organismo no tolerar¡ la presencia de gl³bulos rojos Rh positivos. En tales casos, el sistema inmunol³gico de la madre trata a las c©lulas fetales Rh positivas como si fuesen una sustancia extra±a y crea anticuerpos contra dichas c©lulas sangu­neas fetales. Estos anticuerpos anti-Rh positivos pueden atravesar la placenta hacia el feto, donde destruyen los gl³bulos rojos circulantes del feto.

23. AllRefer Health - Rh Incompatibility (Hydrops Fetalis, Kernicterus, Rh-Induced H Rh Incompatibility (Hydrops Fetalis, kernicterus, RhInduced Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn) information center covers causes, prevention, symptoms, http://health.allrefer.com/health/rh-incompatibility-info.html

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24. AllRefer Health - Rh Incompatibility Diagnosis & Tests (Hydrops Fetalis, Kernict Rh Incompatibility (Hydrops Fetalis, kernicterus, RhInduced Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn) information center covers Diagnosis Tests. http://health.allrefer.com/health/rh-incompatibility-diagnosis-tests.html

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25. Kernicterus Synonyms. bilirubin encephalopathy; nuclear jaundice. ICD9-CM 773.4 kernicterus due to isoimmunization 774.7 kernicterus not due to isoimmunization http://www.5mcc.com/Assets/SUMMARY/TP0504.html

Kernicterus DESCRIPTION: A condition characterized by high levels of nonconjugated bilirubin in the blood with biliary pigmentation of certain nuclei in the brain and spinal cord and frequently resulting in cerebral palsy, mental retardation, and hearing deficit. It is commonly a sequel to icterus gravis neonatorum. Usual course - acute; progressive; chronic. CAUSES: isoimmunization erythrocyte biochemical defects erythrocyte structural abnormalities infection sequestered blood Synonyms: bilirubin encephalopathy nuclear jaundice ICD-9-CM: 773.4 kernicterus due to isoimmunization 774.7 kernicterus not due to isoimmunization Author(s): Mark R. Dambro, MD

26. Kernicterus Definition - Medical Dictionary Definitions Of Popular Medical Terms Online Medical Dictionary and glossary with medical definitions. http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=4100

27. Kernicterus The disorder is called kernicterus, and it arises when yellow jaundice is not diagnosed and treated The hallmark of kernicterus is cerebral palsy. http://www.alllaw.com/articles/personal_injury/article17.asp

Part of the Network Find A Lawyer Legal Information Home Legal Topics ... Personal Injury KERNICTERUS by Tracy K. Lischer, Esq. Doctors, parents, and lawyers need to be alerted to the re-emergence of a preventable medical disorder that is once again affecting children. The disorder is called kernicterus, and it arises when yellow jaundice is not diagnosed and treated appropriately. The hallmark of kernicterus is cerebral palsy. Now that new mothers and their babies are discharged at 48 hours or less, before jaundice has peaked, cerebral palsy from this cause is on the rise. Before aggressive early discharge, this disorder had been virtually eradicated. For younger pediatricians, seeing a patient with full-blown diagnosed kernicterus is like seeing a patient with polio; they never thought it would happen. The Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) has issued an ALERT to refocus its members on preventing this disorder. The diagnosis is easily made from a heel prick that measures the level of bilirubin in a baby's blood. There is a new non-invasive test as well. The treatment is phototherapy. If the bilirubin levels are too high (over 18, 20, or 25), depending on the baby's gestational age when born, weight and weight loss, ability to feed, and so on, a blood exchange may need to be performed in a hospital with that capability. In a premature baby or a sick baby, the threshold levels of concern about bilirubin levels are much lower.

28. Information About Kernicterus This site contains information about kernicterus. kernicterus is a form of brain damage caused by excessive jaundice. It causes athetoid cerebral palsy http://www.mamashealth.com/head/kern.asp

Mamashealth.com Home Brain and Nerve Conditions Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Aneurysm Aphasia Cerebral Palsy ... Vertigo Links Email Mama What is Kernicterus? Kernicterus is a form of brain damage caused by excessive jaundice. It causes athetoid cerebral palsy and hearing loss. In some cases, kernicterus also causes problems with vision and teeth, and mental retardation. In newborn babies with kernicterus, the liver makes too much yellow pigment called bilirubin. When too much bilirubin builds up in a new baby's body, the skin and whites of the eyes turn yellow. This yellow coloring is called jaundice. Jaundice is very common in newborn babies and usually goes away by itself. A little jaundice is not a problem, but a few babies have too much jaundice. If not treated, high levels of bilirubin can damage the brain. Kernicterus occurs more often in premature infants than full-term infants. Kernicterus is also called Bilirubin Encephalopathy. Symptoms of Kernicterus? jaundice decreased muscle tone ( hypotonic increased muscle tone (hypertonic) arching of the head and back backwards.

29. Kernicterus - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia kernicterus is damage to the brain centers of infants caused by jaundice. Retrieved from http//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/kernicterus http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kernicterus

You did it! Over US$240,000 was donated in the 21 day fund drive. Thank you for your generosity! You are still welcome to make a donation or purchase Wikimedia merchandise Kernicterus From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Kernicterus is damage to the brain centers of infants caused by jaundice . Newborn babies are often "polycythemic", meaning they have too many red blood cells . When they break down the cells, one of the by-products is bilirubin , which circulates in the blood, and causes jaundice. In adults and older children, jaundice is harmless in and of itself. But the tissues protecting the brain (the blood-brain barrier ) are immature in newborns. The bilirubin penetrates the brain, and literally stains the nerve bodies, causing irreversible damage. Depending on the level of exposure, the effects range from unnoticeable to severe brain damage Retrieved from " http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kernicterus Categories Neurology Views Article Discussion Edit this page History Personal tools Create account / log in Navigation Main Page Community portal Current events Recent changes ... Donations Search Toolbox What links here Related changes Upload file Special pages ... Permanent link This page was last modified 14:24, 14 May 2005.

30. Kernicterus: Definition And Much More From Answers.com ker·nic·ter·us ( kûrnik t?r-?s ) n. A grave form of jaundice of the newborn characterized by very high levels of unconjugated bilirubin in the. http://www.answers.com/topic/kernicterus

showHide_TellMeAbout2('false'); Business Entertainment Games Health ... More... On this page: Medical WordNet Wikipedia Mentioned In Or search: - The Web - Images - News - Blogs - Shopping Kernicterus Medical ker·nic·ter·us k»r-nÄ­k tər-əs n. A grave form of jaundice of the newborn characterized by very high levels of unconjugated bilirubin in the blood and by yellow staining and degenerative lesions in the cerebral gray matter. Also called nuclear jaundice WordNet Note: click on a word meaning below to see its connections and related words. The noun kernicterus has one meaning: Meaning #1 an abnormal accumulation of bile pigment in the brain and other nerve tissue; causes yellow staining and tissue damage Wikipedia Kernicterus Kernicterus is damage to the brain centers of infants caused by jaundice . Newborn babies are often "polycythemic", meaning they have too many red blood cells . When they break down the cells, one of the by-products is bilirubin , which circulates in the blood, and causes jaundice. In adults and older children, jaundice is harmless in and of itself. But the tissues protecting the brain (the

31. Sentinel Event Alert, Issue 18 - April 2001 kernicterus is a condition of newborns that leads to severely disabling brain damage or kernicterus is preventable with techniques currently available. http://www.jcaho.org/about us/news letters/sentinel event alert/sea_18.htm

32. Sentinel Event Alert, Issue 31 - August 31, 2004 While kernicterus is considered a rare but highly preventable condition, recent reports of kernicterus indicate that the condition is still occurring. http://www.jcaho.org/about us/news letters/sentinel event alert/sea_31.htm

33. Haemolytic Jaundice Factors which increase the risk of kernicterus for a given SBR level include kernicterus can be prevented in Rhesus disease if total SBR is kept below http://www.cs.nsw.gov.au/rpa/neonatal/html/newprot/rhesus.htm

Department of Neonatal Medicine Protocol Book Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Haemolytic Jaundice Rhesus disease ABO incompatibility G6PD deficiency Rhesus isoimmunisation Introduction Rh-negative mothers who have become sensitised to the D-antigen in an Rh-positive fetus develop anti-D antibodies which can cross the placenta and attack the blood of Rh-positive fetuses in subsequent pregnancies. This leads to the condition usually referred to as Rhesus Isoimmunisation , but also referred to as Haemolytic Disease of the Newborn and Erythroblastosis fetalis . This condition primarily involves haemolysis of red blood cells before and after birth. In severe cases fetal anaemia develops, causing congestive cardiac failure ("hydrops fetalis"). The other consequence of haemolysis is release of haemoglobin which is rapidly converted to unconjugated bilirubin (SBR). The fetus is protected because of placental removal of bilirubin, but following birth the rapidly rising SBR places the baby at risk of kernicterus Incidence and risk factors: The incidence of Rhesus isoimmunisation has dramatically declined since the implementation of prophyaxis (treatment of Rh-negative mothers with anti-D antibody following birth of an Rh- positive baby, or in association with miscarriages, termination, ectopic pregnancies and other invasive proceedures). Once very common, we now treat about only 5 cases/year. Factors which increase the risk of kernicterus for a given SBR level include:

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35. ACT To Avoid Kernicterus Review what you should do to make sure that your baby with jaundice doesn t develop kernicterus, a form of brain damage. http://pediatrics.about.com/od/newbornsandbabies/a/05_jaundice_alt_2.htm

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36. KERNICTERUS Parents of Infants and Children with kernicterus (PICK). 517 Brentwood Dr. Birmingham, AL 35226. Contact Karen Dixon. (205) 9792021. ktdixon1@home.com http://www.as.wvu.edu/~scidis/organizationK_M.html

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37. Kernicterus - Definition Of Kernicterus In The Medical Dictionary - By The Free Definition of kernicterus in the Medical Dictionary and Thesaurus. kernicterus explanation. Information about kernicterus in Free online English dictionary. http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/kernicterus

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38. Kernicterus kernicterus is the technical name for the specific form of brain damage due to excessive kernicterus still occurs very rarely, mainly in very tiny, http://www.drhull.com/EncyMaster/K/kernicterus.html

Help for sleepless parents Encyclopedia Index K kernicterus Search kernicterus Ordinarily, substances toxic to the brain cells are kept safely bottled up in the bloodstream by the which relates to the fact that the lining cells of the blood vessels of the brain are very selective about what substances they allow to pass from the bloodstream into the brain tissue. Certain toxic substances, and even many drugs, are thus excluded from the brain tissue. bilirubin (the waste product of hemoglobin breakdown from old red blood cells) can harm the brain. This waste product selectively stains and damages the part of the brain known as the basal ganglia. These areas control the fluidity of muscle movement. Kernicterus is the technical name for the specific form of brain damage due to excessive levels of bilirubin in the bloodstream. Because of this dreadful possibility, jaundice in babies is monitored closely. There is no absolute level of jaundice that is guaranteed to be dangerous, but intervention (either phototherapy or exchange transfusion Because the damage inflicted by excessive bilirubin concentrations is directed chiefly against the basal ganglia and other areas of the brain (hippocampus, geniculate bodies, various brainstem nuclei, and the cerebellum) with their crucial role in controlling motor movement - kernicterus was once the leading cause of athetoid (writhing)

39. Nationwide Specialist Kernicterus Medical Malpractice Lawyers Advice on kernicterus and medical malpractice settlements from specialist lawyers. http://www.cerebral-palsy.us.com/kernicterus.html

C P Lawyers FAQS Symptoms Causes ... United CP Kernicterus Kernicterus Yellow or orange skin tones The baby is not as alert and awake Increased sleepiness, so much that it is hard to wake the baby High-pitched cry Weakness, limpness, or floppiness Poor sucking or nursing The baby's body is arched like a bow Any baby with untreated jaundice is at risk of kernicterus however most babies with jaundice get better by themselves. It is normal for some red blood cells to die everyday and in newborns the liver may not be sufficiently developed to efficiently remove bilirubin. The yellow colour does not hurt the baby's skin, but bilirubin in high concentrations can lead to brain damage. If a baby’s skin is very yellow, then either phototherapy treatment or an exchange transfusion may be necessary to stabilise bilirubin levels and reduce the risk of kernicterus. There are certain recognised risk factors for kernicterus which include: If the baby has a sibling that had jaundice then there is increased risk that the newborn will have jaundice. A baby who has bruises at birth is likely to have jaundice. The healing of large bruises which involves the body processing red blood cells may cause high levels of bilirubin resulting in jaundice which can lead to kernicterus.

40. Kernicterus kernicterus is a rare neurological disorder characterized by excessive levels of bilirubin in the blood http://my.webmd.com/hw/raising_a_family/nord233.asp

var guid_source = ""; var guid_source_id = ""; //unused var encodedurl = ""; WebMD Today Home WebMD News Center XML News via RSS Member Services WebMD University My WebMD Find a Physician Medical Info Check Symptoms Medical Library Health Tools Clinical Trials ... Women, Men, Lifestyle Who We Are About WebMD Site Map Health Topics Symptoms ... For a Complete Report Kernicterus Important It is possible that the main title of the report Kernicterus is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. Synonyms Bilirubin Encephalopathy Disorder Subdivisions None General Discussion Kernicterus is a rare neurological disorder characterized by excessive levels of bilirubin in the blood (hyperbilirubinemia) during infancy. Bilirubin is an orange-yellow bile pigment that is a byproduct of the natural breakdown of hemoglobin in red blood cells (hemolysis). Toxic levels of bilirubin may accumulate in the brain, potentially resulting in a variety of symptoms and physical findings. These symptoms may include lack of energy (lethargy), poor feeding habits, fever, and vomiting. Affected infants may also experience the absence of certain reflexes (e.g., Moro reflex, etc.); mild to severe muscle spasms including those in which the head and heels are bent backward and the body bows forward (opisthotonus); and/or uncontrolled involuntary muscle movements (spasticity). In some cases, infants with kernicterus may develop life-threatening complications.

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