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Recognizing, Diagnosing, and Managing Pregnancy Dermatoses. Obstet Gynecol 2022; 140:679-695. [PMID: 36075066 DOI: 10.1097/aog.0000000000004938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2022] [Accepted: 05/26/2022] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Pregnancy dermatoses are inflammatory skin disorders that occur during pregnancy or immediately postpartum. This heterogenous group of disorders includes pemphigoid gestationis, polymorphic eruption of pregnancy, intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy, atopic eruption of pregnancy, and pustular psoriasis of pregnancy. In this article, we provide a comprehensive literature review of each condition focusing on nomenclature, epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, maternal risk, fetal risk, and treatment. We aim to increase awareness and help clinicians recognize, diagnose, and manage these unique conditions.
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Varela Branco S, Santos Vieira B, Granjo Morais C, Saraiva S, Pontes M. Neonatal Rash. J Pediatr 2021; 235:296-297. [PMID: 33887331 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2021.04.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2021] [Revised: 04/08/2021] [Accepted: 04/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Sofia Varela Branco
- Departments of Pediatrics and Neonatology, Centro Hospitalar Póvoa de Varzim/Vila do Conde
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- Departments of Pediatrics and Neonatology, Centro Hospitalar Póvoa de Varzim/Vila do Conde
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- Departments of Pediatrics and Neonatology, Centro Materno Pediátrico - Centro Hospitalar Universitário de São João
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- Department of Neonatology, Centro Hospitalar Póvoa de Varzim/Vila do Conde, Porto, Portugal
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- Department of Neonatology, Centro Hospitalar Póvoa de Varzim/Vila do Conde, Porto, Portugal
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Neonatal blistering diseases are rare yet potentially fatal. Therefore, it is crucial for clinicians to know its broad range of differential diagnoses. This review discusses the recent literature on the causes and the most appropriate clinical approach to neonatal blistering diseases. RECENT FINDINGS Neonatal infections are the commonest causes for neonatal blistering. On the other hand, autoimmune blistering diseases are extremely rare with the literature limited to case reports and one systematic review only. Inherited genodermatoses are also rare, with recent developments in epidermolysis bullosa classification. SUMMARY In conclusion, as neonatal infections are the commonest cause for blistering, any neonate with blistering should have their blister fluid investigated for infection, while an antimicrobial should be initiated early. Autoimmune blistering diseases should be considered in neonates with a maternal history of autoimmune blistering disease. Although pemphigus and bullous pemphigoid have overall good prognoses, linear IgA bullous dermatoses has a poor prognosis and requires aggressive treatment. Inherited genodermatoses should be suspected when there is a family history of genodermatoses or consanguinity. In this case, the clinician should not hesitate to seek dermatology advice, perform a skin biopsy and consider genetic testing.
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Zhao CY, Chiang YZ, Murrell DF. Neonatal Autoimmune Blistering Disease: A Systematic Review. Pediatr Dermatol 2016; 33:367-74. [PMID: 27086740 DOI: 10.1111/pde.12859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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We aimed to better understand the pathogenesis, clinical features, prognosis, and treatment of neonatal autoimmune blistering diseases (AIBDs). We searched Medline, Embase, PubMed, Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature, and reference lists of identified articles. Inclusion criteria were articles published from 1946 to December 2014 in any language. Exclusion criteria were age greater than 4 weeks and no confirmed AIBD diagnosis. We identified 51 cases of neonatal AIBDs: 34 cases of pemphigus (31 pemphigus vulgaris [PV], 3 pemphigus foliaceus [PF]) and 17 cases of pemphigoid diseases (9 bullous pemphigoid [BP], 5 linear immunoglobulin A bullous dermatosis [LABD], 1 BP and LABD, 1 epidermolysis bullosa acquisita, 1 bullous systemic lupus erythematosus). Pemphigoid diseases had a higher male predominance (male:female ratio 4.6:1) than pemphigus (male:female ratio 1:1.06) (p = 0.004). Pemphigus had a higher proportion presenting at birth (79.4%) than pemphigoid diseases (29.4%) (p = 0.008). The most common sites involved were the trunk (63.0%), followed by the head and neck (60.9%). The mucosal membranes were involved in 32.6% of cases (27.6% in pemphigus, 41.6% in pemphigoid diseases). Only 33.3% used systemic therapy, and 75.5% achieved control within 3 weeks. Most PV, PF, and BP cases, but not LABDs, reported maternal disease. In pemphigus cases, 75.0% of mothers had active disease and 25.0% were in control. Pregnant women with PV, PF, and PG of any severity can passively transfer autoantibodies leading to neonatal AIBD. Pemphigoid diseases are more likely to present after birth and may be more male predominant. The presentation of LABDs may be different from that of all other AIBDs.
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- Cathy Y Zhao
- Department of Dermatology, St. George Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Department of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Dermatology, St. George Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Department of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Dermatology, St. George Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Department of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Kroumpouzos G. Specific dermatoses of pregnancy: advances and controversies. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014. [DOI: 10.1586/edm.10.59] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Hilario-Vargas J, Vitorio IB, Stamey C, Culton DA, Prisayanh P, Rivitti EA, Aoki V, Filho GH, Dos Santos V, Qaqish B, Diaz LA. Analysis of Anti-desmoglein 1 Autoantibodies in 68 Healthy Mother/Neonate Pairs from a Highly Endemic Region of Fogo Selvagem in Brazil. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014; 5. [PMID: 25309813 PMCID: PMC4193382 DOI: 10.4172/2155-9554.1000209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Objectives Fogo Selvagem (FS) in Limao Verde (LV), Brazil shows clinical and histological features of pemphigus foliaceus (PF) and shares pathogenic IgG4 anti-desmoglein 1 (Dsg1) autoantibodies. Previously, our group reported that mothers with active FS deliver babies with normal skin and low/negative titers of IgG4 autoantibodies by indirect immunofluorescence. It was postulated that maternal pathogenic IgG4 autoantibodies do not cross the placenta due to differential receptor mediated transplacental passage of IgG subclasses. It was also thought that placental Dsg1 may immunoadsorb pathogenic autoantibodies from the mother; hence pathogenic IgG4 autoantibodies do not reach the baby. In this study we use a Dsg1-specific ELISA to test anti-Dsg1 autoantibodies of the IgM, IgG and the IgG subclasses in the sera of 68 pairs of normal mothers and their neonates living in a highly endemic area of FS. Determination of these baseline anti-Dsg1 autoantibodies will allow us to follow and predict in this and other cohorts the appearance of preclinical serological markers of FS. Methods The sera of mothers and neonates living in the endemic region were tested by ELISA for IgM, IgG and IgG subclasses using recombinant Dsg1 and anti-IgG subclass-specific monoclonal antibodies. Results The index values of anti-Dsg1 IgG1, IgG2 and IgG3 are similar in mothers and neonates (all p>0.18), while the index values of IgM, total IgG and IgG4 are higher in mothers (all p<0.001). Conclusions Narrowing the IgM, IgG and IgG subclasses of mothers and neonates to autoantibodies against Dsg1, we found, as expected, that IgM remains only in maternal circulation. In three mothers and two neonates we detected IgG4 anti-Dsg1 autoantibodies above the normal range. The remaining IgG subclasses show low values. The results of the neonatal sera will serve as a baseline for ongoing seroepidemiological studies of children and adults in the endemic regions of FS.
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- Julio Hilario-Vargas
- Departments of Physiology, National University of Trujillo School of Medicine, Peru
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- Departamento de Obstetrics, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Department of Dermatology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Departamento de Dermatologia, Universidade de Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Departamento de Dermatologia, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Departamento de Dermatologia, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
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- Department of Biostatistics, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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[Specific dermatoses of pregnancy--new classification and differential diagnosis]. MEDICINSKI PREGLED 2009; 61:586-90. [PMID: 19368277 DOI: 10.2298/mpns0812586m] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The specific dermatoses of pregnancy represent heterogeneous group of pruritic skin disorders that occur exclusively in pregnancy. SPECIFIC DERMATOSES OF PREGNANCY The updated classification proposed subdividing specific dermatoses of pregnancy into four main categories: 1. atopic eruption of pregnancy; 2. polymorphic eruption of pregnancy; 3. pemphigoid gestationis; 4. intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy. Severe pruritius, which is the main symptom in all 4 entities, can impair maternal quality of life. Significant maternal risks are not associated with specific dermatoses of pregnancy; however, pemphigoid gestationis and intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy are associated with fetal risks. CONCLUSION Pathognomonic laboratory tests are not available, except direct immunofluorescence which is diagnostic of pemphigoid gestationis and elevated serum level of bile acids of intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy. Characteristic clinical features provide discrimination between polymorphic eruption of pregnancy and atopic eruption of pregnancy.
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Herpes gestationis, coined by Milton in 1872, or gestational pemphigoid is the most clearly characterized dermatosis of pregnancy. It is a rare vesiculo-bullous eruption that develops during the last trimester or even postpartum and creates severe pruritus. Its etiology is unknown, but it is considered as an autoimmune-mediated dermatosis closely related to the pemphigoid group. Herpes gestationis is associated with a positive C3 deposition along the base of the epidermis in salt-split skin, with increased frequency of HLA-DR3 and also the combination DR3 and DR4. It has a high risk of prematurity and disappears in the postpartum period within weeks or months.
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Mokni M, Fourati M, Karoui I, El Euch D, Cherif F, Ben Tekaya N, Azaiz MI, Haouat S, Boubaker MS, Ben Osman Dhahri A. [Pemphigoid gestationis: a study of 20 cases]. Ann Dermatol Venereol 2005; 131:953-6. [PMID: 15602381 DOI: 10.1016/s0151-9638(04)93804-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Pemphigoid gestationis is a bullous autoimmune sub-epidermal dermatosis, occurring during pregnancy and/or postpartum. The objective of our study was to define the epidemio-clinical profile, the histopathological and immunopathological features, the treatment and the course of pemphigoid gestationis in Tunisian patients. PATIENTS AND METHODS This was a retrospective study concerning the cases of pemphigoid gestationis recorded between 1989 and 2003 in the dermatology department in La Rabta Hospital in Tunis. The patients were included according to clinical, histopathological and immunopathological criteria. RESULTS We retained 20 patients: 15 multiparae and 5 primiparae. The average age at onset was 29. The first clinical signs appeared in the 3rd trimester in 60 p. 100 of all cases. Clinically, the urticarial patches were noticed in 90 p. 100 of all cases and blisters in 65 p. 100 of the cases. The eruption was located mainly on the trunk and the limbs. The face was affected in 7 cases, the mucous membranes in 3 cases, the palms in 2 cases and the soles in 1 case. Cutaneous histologic examination revealed a sub-epidermal blister in 11 cases and a lymphohistiocyte infiltrate in all cases. Direct immunofluorescence showed a linear deposition of the third component of the complement along the basement membrane zone in all cases. Fetal prognosis was assessed in 13 cases: 1 fetal death, 1 still-born, 3 miscarriages, 1 anencephaly and 2 cases of transit bullous affection in the new-born. DISCUSSION Our results are similar to those in the literature, but with some particular aspects: the late onset of the pemphigoid gestationis in the course of the 3rd trimester of pregnancy, the frequent involvement of the face and the mucous membranes and the absence of the two main fetal risks: prematurity and hypotrophy. Moreover, we underline the efficiency of topical class I corticosteroids in the treatment of pemphigoid gestationis.
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- M Mokni
- Service de Dermatologie, Hôpital La Rabta, Tunis, Tunisie.
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Al-Mutairi N, Sharma AK, Zaki A, El-Adawy E, Al-Sheltawy M, Nour-Eldin O. Maternal and neonatal pemphigoid gestationis. Clin Exp Dermatol 2004; 29:202-4. [PMID: 14987286 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2230.2004.01481.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Kroumpouzos G, Cohen LM. Specific dermatoses of pregnancy: an evidence-based systematic review. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2003; 188:1083-92. [PMID: 12712115 DOI: 10.1067/mob.2003.129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 110] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We conducted an evidence-based systematic analysis of the literature on specific dermatoses of pregnancy. STUDY DESIGN The bibliographic databases MEDLINE and EMBASE were screened for studies and reports in all languages about herpes gestationis, pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy, pruritic folliculitis of pregnancy, and prurigo of pregnancy from January 1962 to January 2002. As main index terms, including analogs and derivatives, we used the names of specific dermatoses of pregnancy. Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy, not a primary dermatosis, was included herein because this disorder is associated with pregnancy and its secondary skin manifestations must be differentiated from specific dermatoses of pregnancy. Other sources were abstract books of symposia and congresses, theses, textbooks, monographs, reviews, editorials, letters to the editor, free or rapid communications, and the reference lists from all the articles that were retrieved. All articles selected for inclusion in this review were evaluated critically with regard to their impact factor and evidence-based contribution to this field, as measured by their citation index and impact factor of the journal in which they were published. Approximately 39% of articles met the selection criteria. RESULTS The clinical features and prognosis of the specific dermatoses of pregnancy have been delineated through a number of retrospective and cohort studies. The molecular biologic and immunogenetic properties of herpes gestationis, pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy, and intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy have been further clarified. A meta-analysis in this review reveals a higher prevalence of multiple gestation pregnancy (11.7%) among patients with pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy. Several investigations have unraveled the fetal complications in intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy and herpes gestationis. New treatment modalities in intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (cholestyramine, ursodeoxycholic acid) and herpes gestationis (cyclosporin, intravenous immunoglobulin, and tetracyclines postpartum) have shown promise and warrant further evaluation. CONCLUSION During the past few decades, a significant amount of new data has provided new insights into the classification, pathogenesis, treatment, prognosis, and fetal risks that are associated with the specific dermatoses of pregnancy.
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- George Kroumpouzos
- Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine, Saint Vincent Hospital at Worcester Medical Center, Newton
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Laugel V, Escande B, Donato L, Aberkane K, Heid E, Messer J. [Pemphigoid gestationis and bullous lesions in the newborn]. Arch Pediatr 2001; 8:1071-4. [PMID: 11683098 DOI: 10.1016/s0929-693x(01)00585-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Pemphigoid gestations is very seldom responsible for cutaneous lesions in newborns through passive transfer of the autoimmune disease from mother to infant. CASE REPORT We report an additional case of a newborn presenting with an extensive but transitory bullous eruption despite the absence of circulating autoantibodies. CONCLUSION Such examples of transplacental pemphigoid are so uncommon that the pathogenic role of IgG autoantibodies is being questioned.
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- V Laugel
- Service de pédiatrie 2, hôpital de Hautepierre, avenue Molière, 67098 Strasbourg, France
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The dermatoses of pregnancy can be classified into the following 3 groups: physiologic skin changes in pregnancy, dermatoses and cutaneous tumors affected by pregnancy, and specific dermatoses of pregnancy. Correct diagnosis and classification are essential for the treatment of these disorders, when necessary. Laboratory investigations are required when the diagnosis remains in question despite a careful history and thorough physical examination. A discussion with the pregnant woman about the nature of her skin condition, and the possible fetal risks associated with it, is imperative.
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- G Kroumpouzos
- Department of Dermatology, Boston Medical Center, Boston University School of Medicine, Massachusetts, USA
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Berthier M, Nasimi A, Boussemart T, Cardona J, Oriot D. [Neurologic manifestations in a child of a mother with gestational herpes]. Arch Pediatr 1996; 3:460-2. [PMID: 8763717 DOI: 10.1016/0929-693x(96)86405-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Herpes gestationis in the neonate is usually associated with an increased risk of premature birth and/or low birth weight for gestational age (GA) and sometimes skin lesions. Neurologic manifestations are nos described in these babies. CASE REPORT A boy was born at 35 weeks of GA from a mother who developed skin eruption typical of herpes gestationis. His weight was 2320 g and his height was 46 cm. He had transient respiratory distress syndrome and was given antibiotics due to suspected group B streptococcus infection. He developed on day 3 skin vesiculous eruption which disappeared within 3 days and neurologic manifestations: hypertonia and hyperkinesis, abnormal EEG. The CSF was normal. The manifestations spontaneously disappeared within 5 days. The herpes gestationis factor was present in both mother and infant. CONCLUSION A relationship between the maternal herpes gestationis and neonatal neurologic manifestations is possible; there was no other known causes for the transient neurological disease.
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- M Berthier
- Unité de néonatologie, CHRU de Poitiers, France
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