Osteopenia of Prematurity
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Osteopenia of prematurity is a decrease in bone mineralization that can occur in babies born early, whose skeleton did not complete its development during pregnancy.
Why it happens: Premature newborns may not receive before birth the minerals that bone accumulates in the last weeks of gestation, which affects its strength.
How it is detected: It is usually identified during follow-up of the premature baby, through clinical evaluation and the studies indicated by the medical team.
Which specialists treat it? The pediatrician supports the baby's growth, while the orthopedic surgeon, the physical therapist, and the nephrologist may join in as needed. Discussing your questions with the team following your baby is the best way to care for their development.
Data on 213 doctors who treat osteopenia of prematurity
Which specialist treats osteopenia of prematurity?
Osteopenia of prematurity should be monitored by a pediatrician, who tracks the premature baby's bone growth; an orthopedist may be involved if complications arise, and a physical therapist supports motor development.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in osteopenia of prematurity
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Frequently asked questions
What is osteopenia of prematurity?
Osteopenia of prematurity is a decrease in bone mineralization that can occur in babies born early, whose skeleton did not complete its development during pregnancy.
Which doctor treats osteopenia of prematurity?
Osteopenia of prematurity should be monitored by a pediatrician, who tracks the premature baby's bone growth; an orthopedist may be involved if complications arise, and a physical therapist supports motor development.