kernicterus (Meaning)
kernicterus (n)
an abnormal accumulation of bile pigment in the brain and other nerve tissue; causes yellow staining and tissue damage
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an abnormal accumulation of bile pigment in the brain and other nerve tissue; causes yellow staining and tissue damage
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Kernicterus is a severe condition that can occur in newborns due to high levels of bilirubin in the blood.
Kernicterus is associated with long-term neurological complications, including athetosis, hearing loss, and intellectual disability.
The risk of kernicterus is highest in premature infants and infants with certain genetic conditions.
Jaundice, a yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes, is a common sign of high bilirubin levels and may indicate the need for treatment to prevent kernicterus.
