Intraventricular Hemorrhage in Neonates
Intraventricular hemorrhage in neonates is bleeding that occurs within the cavities of the brain called ventricles. It is seen especially in premature newborns, whose cerebral blood vessels are still very fragile.
Why does it occur? The immaturity of the brain's vessels and the sudden changes in blood flow during the first days of life favor this type of bleeding.
Signs to watch for: It may go unnoticed or manifest with apnea, changes in muscle tone, paleness, or alterations in the baby's activity, so it is usually detected with imaging studies.
Who manages it? The pediatrician, frequently in the neonatal care setting, is responsible for monitoring and caring for the newborn. Close follow-up is key to accompanying the baby's development.
Specialties that treat intraventricular hemorrhage in neonates
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in intraventricular hemorrhage in neonates
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dr. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Rodriguez Francisco Herrera
Dr. Román Pineda Abarca
Dr. Escandon Hector Calles
Dr. Roberto Moreno Paez
Dr. Francisco Alvarado Alemán
Dr. Jesús Isidro Pinzón Sánchez
Dr. Elizabeth Solano Pareja
Dr. Victor Tapia Alfaro
Dr. Julio Fraire Calleros
Dr. Gabriela Juárez Domínguez
Dr. Maria Eugenia Chang Gonzalez
Dr. Edgar Sanchez-Uribe
Frequently asked questions
What is intraventricular hemorrhage in neonates?
Intraventricular hemorrhage in neonates is bleeding that occurs within the cavities of the brain called ventricles. It is seen especially in premature newborns, whose cerebral blood vessels are still very fragile.
Which doctor treats intraventricular hemorrhage in neonates?
Intraventricular Hemorrhage in Neonates is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician.