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ArticleItalian journal of pediatrics2025

Neonatal hereditary spherocytosis: a case report.

Carolina Coramusi, Natalia Lucangeli, Sarah Vadalà, Pasquale Parisi, Maria Eleonora Scapillati

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Article in Italian journal of pediatrics, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Carolina CoramusiFaculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy. coramusi.1579287@studenti.uniroma1.it.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0005-7454-9199
Natalia LucangeliFaculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy.
Sarah VadalàNeonatal Intensive Care Unit, San Pietro Fatebenefratelli Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy.
Pasquale ParisiChair of Pediatrics, NESMOS Department, Sant' Andrea Hospital, Faculty of Medicine & Psychology, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy.
Maria Eleonora ScapillatiNeonatal Intensive Care Unit, San Pietro Fatebenefratelli Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy.

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Abstract

backgroundHereditary spherocytosis is a genetic disorder affecting red blood cell membranes, leading to increased destruction and haemolysis. In neonates, it ranges from asymptomatic to severe cases with anaemia, jaundice, and spleen issues. Early diagnosis through clinical, laboratory, and genetic tests is vital for prognosis. This clinical case is presented due to the rarity of neonatal-onset spherocytosis, providing an opportunity for a literature review. CASE PRESENTATION: A full-term baby was born via vaginal delivery with a family history of hereditary spherocytosis. The patient was discharged without complications but was later hospitalized for an unrelated issue, during which haemolytic anemia was detected, leading to the beginning of the diagnostic process and subsequent onset of appropriate therapy with a positive outcome.

conclusionsIn cases of neonates with jaundice or anemia, it is crucial to consider neonatal spherocytosis among the differential diagnoses, as early diagnosis allows for appropriate therapy and enables the patient to maintain a normal quality of life.

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Spherocytosis, HereditaryDiagnosis, DifferentialHumansInfant, Newborn

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PMCPMC12175413

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