Question
The newborn’s jaundice index has reached 400 and has undergone blood transfusion treatment. Days later, a magnetic resonance imaging scan revealed bilirubin deposition in the brain. Will this situation lead to sequelae? How should it be handled?
Answer
A high jaundice index in newborns may lead to bilirubin invasion into the brain. The magnetic resonance imaging results show bilirubin deposition in the brain, which may have some degree of impact on brain tissue. However, the active blood transfusion treatment has reduced bilirubin levels and suppressed the further progression of the disease. The risk of sequelae should be assessed based on the child’s specific development. Some children have a relatively ideal recovery. It is recommended to first conduct a jaundice test for the child, and according to the test results and