Am J Perinatol 2003; 20(7): 391-394
DOI: 10.1055/s-2003-45286
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Fetal Diamond-Blackfan Anemia Associated with Hydrops Fetalis

Alston E. Dunbar III1,3 , Sheila L. Moore2 , Roger M. Hinson1,3
  • 1Division of Neonatology, Woman's Hospital, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
  • 2Division of Pediatric Hematology, Woman's Hospital, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
  • 3 Infamedics, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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Publication Date:
04 December 2003 (online)

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ABSTRACT

We present a case of fetal Diamond-Blackfan anemia (DBA) associated with hydrops fetalis and review the current literature focusing on the pathophysiology and presentation of DBA. We conclude that DBA should be considered as a possible etiology for fetal anemia even in the absence of a family history of anemia.

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