Evidence · Systematic review or meta-analysis
Comprehensive evaluation of risk factors for intraventricular hemorrhage in preterm neonates: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
- Intraventricular haemorrhage and white matter injury
- Jaundice and haematology
- Medical
- Neurology
- Nursing
- Thrombocytopenia and bleeding
Summary
This systematic review and meta-analysis pooled 30 studies examining clinical conditions and therapeutic interventions associated with intraventricular haemorrhage in preterm neonates. Risk factors were grouped by clinical condition and intervention, with pooled relative risks and heterogeneity reported; male sex and low birth weight were among the factors associated with increased risk. The authors highlight the importance of early identification and management of high-risk preterm infants and call for further research to refine prevention strategies.
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