A Neonate with Subcutaneous Fat Necrosis after Passive Cooling: Does Polycythemia Have an Effect?. (9th July 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Calisici, Erhan; Oncel, Mehmet Yekta; Degirmencioglu, Halil; Sandal, Gonca; Canpolat, Fuat Emre; Erdeve, Omer; Oguz, Serife Suna; Dilmen, Ugur
• Other Names: Kobr J. Academic Editor.; Moskowitz W. B. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Case reports in pediatrics. Volume 2013(2013)
• Publication Date: 2013-07-09
• Subjects: Pediatrics -- Periodicals; Pediatrics; Pediatrics; Electronic journals; Periodicals; Case Reports; Periodicals; Case Reports; Fulltext; Internet Resources; Periodicals; 618.92
• DOI: 10.1155/2013/254089
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-6803

Abstract

Abstract : Subcutaneous fat necrosis (SCFN) is an inflammatory disorder of adipose tissue. The main risk factors for the development of SCFN are perinatal asphyxia and hypothermia. Presented here is a case of a newborn who developed SCFN in association with polycythemia and hypocalcemia following treatment by passive cooling. Neonates who undergo passive or whole body cooling therapy should be closely monitored for any signs of SCFN.