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Retinopathy of Prematurity

Premature babies are at risk of ROP. This is a problem that can affect eyesight. ROP is the growth of abnormal blood vessels on the retina (lining of the back of the eye). In severe cases, the blood vessels can detach the retina from the back of the eye.

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Hearing Screening for Newborns: Why it Matters

A hearing test is typically done in newborns before they leave the hospital. This is part of the universal newborn hearing screening program. The goal of the program is to catch hearing problems as early as possible. Read on to learn what to expect from the screening.

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Tests for a Newborn Baby in Intensive Care

Babies in the newborn intensive care unit (NICU) undergo regular testing so they get the important care they need. Here are several common lab tests. Ask your baby's healthcare provider about them.

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Postmaturity in the Newborn

The normal length of pregnancy is 37 to 41 weeks. Postmaturity is a word used to describe babies born after 42 weeks. Very few babies are born at 42 weeks or later. Other terms often used to describe these late births include post-term, postmaturity, prolonged pregnancy, and post-dates pregnancy.

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