Splenic Abscess: A Rare Complication of the UVC in Newborn

Splenic abscess is one of the rarest complications of the UVC in a newborn and it is hypothesized that it could be due to an infection or trauma caused by a catheter. The case that is being reported presented with abdominal distension and recurrent desaturation with suspicion of neonatal sepsis vers...

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Main Authors: Ameer Aslam (Author), Emad Sadek Ahmed Shatla (Author), Sameera Imanullah (Author), Elsaid M. A. Bedair (Author)
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Published: Hindawi Limited, 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z.
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