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Neurological Disorders in the Newborn

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There are several neurological disorders affecting newborns that require clinical care by a doctor or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.

Intraventricular Hemorrhage

Periventricular Leukomalacia

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