Neonatal hemochromatosis

Neonatal hemochromatosis (NH) is an iron storage disorder present at birth. It is a distinct entity that differs from adult hemochromatosis with respect to its molecular origin.

Jaundice

Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentration in the bloodstream.


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PMID (PMCID)
26331014
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Successful treatment of hemochromatosis with renal tubular dysgenesis in a preterm infant.
Koura U, Horikawa S, Okabe M, Kawasaki Y, Makimoto M, Mizuta K, Yoshida T.
Clin Case Rep. 2015;3(8):690-3.
Although hepatic failure from neonatal hemochromatosis was progressive, repeated exchange transfusions improved jaundice and coagulopathy.