Patient's question:
My child has been born for 72 hours and suffers from neonatal hemolytic disease. I would like to ask, if a blood exchange is necessary, what is the best time for it?Doctor's answer:
Generally, such situations do not occur, and the probability of them happening is very low. They are primarily caused by factors such as incompatible blood types between the mother and fetus. If the mother is blood type O, this can easily lead to hemolysis.Purpose of exchange transfusion:
- To remove sensitized red blood cells and antibodies from the blood, preventing further hemolysis;
- To reduce the concentration of unconjugated bilirubin in the serum, preventing bilirubin encephalopathy;
- To correct anemia and prevent heart failure.
It is recommended to follow the doctor's advice for treatment.