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Educational paper: neonatal skin lesions

Authors: Anthon R. Hulsmann, Arnold P. Oranje

Published in: European Journal of Pediatrics | Issue 5/2014

Abstract

Although most skin lesions in neonates are transient or benign, they may also be the presenting symptom of a life-threatening disease such as herpes neonatorum. In the present review, we present a short overview of neonatal skin lesions and a practical table to guide the general paediatrician in the diagnosis and management of neonatal skin lesions. Recent reviews are cited for further reading.

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Title: Educational paper: neonatal skin lesions
Authors: Anthon R. Hulsmann
Arnold P. Oranje
Publication date: 01-05-2014
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in: European Journal of Pediatrics / Issue 5/2014
Print ISSN: 0340-6199
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1076
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00431-013-1956-0

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