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Hyperviscosity    See images

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Neonatal polycythemia; Hyperviscosity of the newborn

Treatment

Elevated hematocrits, above 65% may be treated by increasing fluids or administering reduction transfusions, both of which can prevent the complications of hyperviscosity.

Prognosis

The outcome is good in infants with mild hyperviscosity and in those with severe hyperviscosity that receive treatment.

Complications

Call Your Health Care Provider If:

Call your health care provider if this condition is diagnosed at birth and you have additional questions.

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